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Pain under the ear and cheek
My husband is having swelling in the cheek area starting from the ear. When given hot vapours with some vicks it is showing reduction in pain. He is not able to open his mouth properly with the pain. Can you suggest me what might it be. The swell is not visible outside. He is also not having fever.
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Please visit a nearby ent specialist. U may be having a parotid or a jaw related problem. You should be getting a ultrasound scan and then go according to the reports
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
He seems to be suffering from temporo Mandibular joint dysfunction secondary to dental problems. Usually it will resolve with simple measures such as soft diet, painkillers, hot compresses etc for few days
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required
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