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Q: Is this TMJ?
asked by: kindles on May 19th, 2009
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Ive had this problem for over 2 years. I was initially diagnosed with viral meningitis and this post viral fatigue but instinct said somthing different as I never had a fever etc. Initially started with an unbelievable headache. Then I developed a really heavy sensation along the back of the head and heavy sensation in nose and jaw. As a child I used to pop my jaw the whole time. Mt teeth dont meet and I cant open my jaw fully. On numerous times Ive had the sensation that I couldnt open my jaw and this whole thing began when my teeth began to involuntary chatter. When the sensation in my head is really strong if i press down on my scalp or face or even shoulders but particlarly the bease of skull then the sensation eases. The ringing in my ears over 2 years is getting worse and the nausea after 2 years comes in waves. [also when I had root canal treatment over 6/7 years ago the pain I developed in my face afterwards couldnt be explained by the dentist even though he had to keep taking breaks - he never said there was a problem with my jaw but I dont hink he thought it was relevant}Ive seen an ENT surgeon who after 5 mins said nothing wrong and a neurosurgeon who said some type of neuralgia and presecibed medication that just didnt work. After 2 years of this heavy sensationa and nausea I would really appreicate if it these symptoms could sound like TMJ to someone!
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Dr. Antonio Marotta , D.C.
replied on May 20th, 2009
It is possible that these symptoms are from a TMJ dysfunction, but it may also be the muscles of the head and neck causing referred pain into the face and jaw. This is something that I often see in my practice where a patient says that they feel facial/jaw/head pain. You are also saying that when you push on your head/face/shoulders that it helps alleviate the pain. This is further evidence of the problem originating in the muscles around the head and neck/shoulders. You may benefit from some "trigger point" therapy and spinal manipulation.
It is suggested to consult with a chiropractic physician to see if they would be able to diagnose or help you with your problem.

Good Luck.

Antonio Marotta, D.C.




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