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I have pain on the left side of my temple. What could it be?
Query: Hello doctor, From the past three months, I am having pain like irritation of the nerve on the left side exactly on the temple of the head, and in the left jaw in front of the ear. This pain radiates to the back of the ear, below the left jaw, and then radiates to the left side of the neck. The pain... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Such radiating pain can be caused by exposed nerves, infection of the tooth or gum, TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder, or nerve compression by the wisdom tooth. The pain is still persisting due to surrounding inflammation after removal of the tooth. Infection can be... Read Full »
I am unable to close my mouth or swallow after being diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis last year. Recently, I have been experiencing odd symptoms in my mouth and throat. Methotrexate was recommended to me, however, it did not help. I cannot close my lips properly, I cannot swallow properly, and I get the sense that something is tra... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome back to icliniq.com. Your throat problems, such as trouble shutting your mouth and swallowing, might be caused by several things. Here are a few examples: 1. Psoriatic arthritis in the mouth: Psoriatic arthritis can affect numerous regions of the body, including the jaw and throat. Th... Read Full »
Why do I experience pain in my jaw and temples while chewing?
Query: Hello doctor, When I chew anything hard, my jaw first starts paining, and then my temples. I have eaten only potatoes since childhood. I get exhausted very early. What to do? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Your symptoms seem to be part of the temporomandibular disorder (TMD). It is not as you say stamina problem. The cause of TMD can be stress, any bite problem, or various other reasons. I suggest you do an X-ray called OPG (orthopantomogram... Read Full »
Are my ear and TMJ problems causing teeth pressure and pain?
Query: Hi doctor, I had fillings done around two months ago. Two of my teeth with fillings started to hurt three days ago. Also, I had pain in my ears. However, I also had pressure and crackling going on in my both ears. I have had issues going on with my ears for a while, I have been on a decongestant fro... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read through your complaint and the relevant details. You have mentioned that you are better after being under the medication Mucus D (pseudoephedrine). This is a nasal decongestant used for sinus infections and cold. With this, I suspect that you have got sinusi... Read Full »
How to get rid of TMJ disorder?
Query: Hi doctor,I have a TMJ disorder. I am wondering about my frequent inflammation caused in the left side of TMJ. It gets pushed inside my ears. I can feel or hear the cracking wet noise when I push my jaw forward or a painful pushing feeling is felt inside my ears when I clench my teeth. I started to ... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. For TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction, you can follow this advice. Have hot compresses for five to ten minutes every three hours daily. Take tablet Mobizox (Chlorzoxazone with Diclofenac and Paracetamol) one tablet twice a day for a week. Try to chew on the opposi... Read Full »
Can temporomandibular joint problem occur as radiating pain from ear to teeth?
Query: Hello doctor, I developed severe pain in my right jaw that was felt in my ear and bottom teeth. It went away. However, this pain came back and my doctor did a CT (Computed Tomography) scan. Nothing really showed. However, I went to the ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat) and even though the scan did not show an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, temporomandibular joint dysfunction can be diagnosed with CT scan. As you are having severe pain in your right jaw, you can take the medication for the pain and most important is to be cautious while chewing food. I would suggest you to avoid hard food and chewing... Read Full »
Why do I have a high-pitched sound when I move the jaw up and down?
Query: Hi doctor, I have high-pitched sound while moving my jaw up and down on eating, yawning, turning my head sideways to the affected side, and grinding my teeth. I have fullness in my ears while the jaw is motionless. I have these symptoms for more than six months. I consulted a doctor and thought tha... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, your symptoms of TMJ (temporomandibular joint) clicking will disappear soon by following proper treatment. So do not be worried. You have consulted a stomatologist and he advised you to have a nightguard. I suggest you go for an acrylic repositioning splint. If the... Read Full »
Will sleep apnea cause temporomandibular disorders?
Query: Hello doctor, After TMJ problem, I am not able to sleep due to sleep apnea. I also have breathlessness after jaw lock. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Sleep apnea is associated with chronic pain disorders, including jaw pain like TMD (temporomandibular disorders). If it hurts to open and close your mouth, you may have these conditions. Patients with sleep apnea are generally mouth breath... Read Full »
There are clicking sounds whenever I open and close my mouth wide. What could be the reason?
Query: Hi doctor, I am experiencing clicking sounds whenever I open my mouth wide and close it. It is not painful, but I am curious because I have been experiencing this for the past week. I am a male, my height is 5 feet 10 inches, and my weight is 187 pounds. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com The clicking sound is due to some TMJ (temporomandibular joint) problem (could be either hard or soft tissue related). The cause can be ruled out only after clinical examination and checking X-rays. Kindly visit an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for the same. Since you d... Read Full »
I wanted a second opinion on my head MRI. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, It has been a long tiring search to find out what is wrong with me and I want to get a second opinion on the MRI of my head. The main symptoms I am having for three months are a constant sore throat, right ear feels clogged, ringing in ears at times, eyes are red all the time and sting... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) Can you please send me CT of paranasal sinuses, facial bones, inner ear, and neck.Have you ever consulted an ENT specialist before? You need to do a diagnostic endoscopic study of nose, throa... Read Full »