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Can ET Dysfunction cause TMJ Disorder?

2023-11-18 05:39:41
Can Eustachian Tube Dysfunction or excess Earwax buildup cause TMJ disorder? As TMJ joint is located close to the Eustachian Tube... can problem in Eustachian Tube lead to issues with TMJ joint?
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Eustachian tube dysfunction cannot cause wax build up.

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No. eustachian tube dysfunction doesn't cause TMJ disorder

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No, TMJ disorder is due to other cause, like arthritis, take pain killers
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ET Dysfunction cannot cause TMJ issues whereas wax can lead to infection which can indirectly cause TMJ problems

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