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Recurrent lock jaw
Hello Doctors. I am a medical graduate. My sister is having a problem of lock jaw. Every time she woke up for sleep, she finds difficulty in opening the mouth and after 3-4 min. It's all normal. She consulted a ENT specialist , He suggested a muscle relaxant nd some pain reliever medication but none of them helps Her. I want to know about the seriousness of this disease.
What are the ways for prevention and management of lock jaw?
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Hello. Your sister may be having ligamentous laxity of TM junction. I think you should consult a Maxillo-facial surgeon. Also Vit D deficiency may present as joint stiffness. Check her serum Vit D level. Hope this helps.
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