TMJ problem

2021-06-13 08:58:58
I had granular pharyngitis and currently under medication. i do gargle thrice and steam twice everyday. Two days back i started feeling jaw pain and some clicking noise were heard when i opened my mouth for gargle. Today also i am feeling the clicking sound but there is slight pain. I asked my ent doctor who was treating me for granular pharyngitis and he said its mild TMJ problem and gave me a pain killer (to be consumed when there is pain). So i want to ask is the pain killer enough or should i take some other steps and its is curable or not?
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Good evening Sir You are talking about your joint called TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint). No need to worry. This type of pain and clicking sound occurs when this joint get overworked. This overwork happens unconsciously. Follow this instruction for few days you may get relief from this problem. 1. Prevent Wide opening of your mouth. (It happens when you yawn. Grip your nose and cheek with your fingers and lock it when you yawn it helps you to prevent wide opening of your mouth). 2. Avoid side to side movement of your lower jaw. It cause more damage to your joint. 3. Stop sleeping left or right side to avoid unnecessary movement of your lower jaw. 4. Avoid eating Hard food like Waffers. 5. Strictly follow this instruction for 15 days you may get relief.

Answered2021-06-13 09:12:45

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