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Atlanta, MO

Every so often I get pain in my left ear and jaw where I can hardly sleep on it or eat. Is this part of FM?

April 2, 2016
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Members overwhelmingly confirmed that jaw and ear pain are commonly linked to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), which frequently occurs... Read more

Members overwhelmingly confirmed that jaw and ear pain are commonly linked to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), which frequently occurs alongside fibromyalgia, with many sharing that doctors often find their ears look healthy despite the pain. Several members described practical relief strategies, including heat packs for migraines and ear pain, gentle chiropractic manipulation using a small plunger device, and ear drops, though some noted the condition can be aggravating and sometimes causes facial numbness or tingling. A recurring theme was the validation and reassurance members felt in learning their symptoms were shared and not unusual, with encouragement to speak with doctors and explore TMJ-specific treatments.

A MyFibroTeam Member

It's called TMJ. Many Fibrites have it. I do on occasion too.

April 2, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I get this alot, and when they look at my ears they say they look great.

April 5, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I also have experienced TMJ. My Chiropractor has been the only one to provide relief. Did site manipulation very gently with a small plunger type device. Took some time but am doing so much better.

April 3, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I always feel that way also, its scary.

April 6, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I'm going to speak with my doctor about this too as I've had a very painful jaw joint for around 2 weeks now. I did Google it and came up with TMJ but still going to have him look at it.

April 4, 2016

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