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Little Rock, AR

Ok, I'm not sure if this is a part of fibro or not. I was talking and my jaw felt so tired that I had to shut up !! That's never happened to me before. Not a whole lot keeps me quite so this can't happen often, lol.

December 20, 2017
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Members strongly validated that jaw fatigue and pain are common fibromyalgia symptoms, with many sharing their own experiences of TMJ, tired... Read more

Members strongly validated that jaw fatigue and pain are common fibromyalgia symptoms, with many sharing their own experiences of TMJ, tired jaws when chewing meat, tooth and gum pain, and even locked jaws. Several members offered practical advice including seeing a chiropractor for TMJ relief, using hot compresses, placing a pencil between the teeth to relax jaw muscles, avoiding chewing gum, and consulting a doctor for proper diagnosis since TMJ and fibro often overlap. A recurring theme was the relief of knowing these strange symptoms are shared and not imagined, with members emphasizing that fibromyalgia truly affects every part of the body in unexpected ways.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I was told it is part of it

December 21, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I was also told by my rheumatologist who diagnosed me that a lot of fibro patients grind their teeth when they slerp contributed to jaw pain and TMJ.

December 21, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

When I was at university, which was a long time ago, my jaw used to crack when I opened my mouth and it made a strange sound. Later I got my top teeth out and a plate in place. Problem gone. I think it was what I see others have called TMJ. I was under a lot of stress at university, so I am assuming that I either gritted or ground my teeth at night. Take my plate out a night. No grinding.

December 20, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Never really thought about it but now that u mention it I do seem to have jaw pain & tiredness & don't want to eat.

January 7, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

YES!! Sister!! TMJ!! Is hallmark for Fibro! I was told that by my ex (retired 1* Care MD! I about stroke out!! Thought I was coo coo!! Chewing gum makes it worse!! Place a pencil between your teeth & it will relax the jaw muscles... or putting hot compresses!!

You’re not craxy!!

December 27, 2017

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