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Cape Town, ZA

I am expirancing this pain on the right hand side of my head going down to my ear and causing my jaw to lock .I am extremely ice cold and feels like I am getting the Flu .

December 15, 2019
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Members responding to someone experiencing severe facial pain, ear pain, and jaw locking with flu-like symptoms strongly urged seeking... Read more

Members responding to someone experiencing severe facial pain, ear pain, and jaw locking with flu-like symptoms strongly urged seeking immediate medical attention, with several recommending a dentist visit to rule out TMJ or getting evaluated at an emergency room given the severity. Many members shared their own experiences with similar symptoms, describing relief from dental mouth guards for TMJ, identifying conditions like trigeminal neuralgia or myofascial pain syndrome, and noting connections to fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, and stress-related hypertension. A recurring theme was the importance of not delaying professional evaluation for new or severe symptoms, balancing personal experience with the clear message that jaw locking combined with intense pain warrants prompt medical care to rule out serious causes.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Trigeminal neuralgia (TN or TGN) is a chronic pain disorder that affects the trigeminal nerve.[1] There are two main types: typical and atypical trigeminal neuralgia.[1] The typical form results in episodes of severe, sudden, shock-like pain in one side of the face that lasts for seconds to a few minutes.[1] Groups of these episodes can occur over a few hours.[1] The atypical form results in a constant burning pain that is less severe.[1] Episodes may be triggered by any touch to the face.[1] Both forms may occur in the same person.[1] It is one of the most painful conditions, and can result in depression

December 15, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have had this issue before. Depending on the cause of the pain a lot of headache anspain in the temple and ear region comes from hypertension and stress. I recommend to have blood pressure taken by doctor and see if hypertension is an issue. There are many options that help this. I recommend legal medical cannabis. It isnt for everyone and its ok to not want it. If your pain is coming from the jaw, best to see a dentist. I wish you all the best and big hugs.

February 5, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member
That was 4 days ago. Did you get it checked out? How are you feeling? I get TMJ too but the chest pain can be part of fibro, though no doctor will believe you, but please make an appt if you can. Love you!

@A MyFibroTeam Member
OW! did you use a warm compress? ow! They were so lucky it wasn't me! well only because my temper is short these days, they'd get at least a bruise! (oh, sorry about that pinch, I didn't see your arm there) oh that hurt just to read that. Sorry that happened! gentle hugs, too!

me grumpy:

December 18, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi sis it sound like tmj i get this regularly

December 15, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi I have this but my jaw doesn't actually lock kinda feels like it tho. But oy the pain in face and ear😲 so I was told I have myofacial pain syndrome and TMJ. You can Google both. You should get seen by ur primary especially if u r running a fever. As much as I Dr Google and have medical experience I Always get new symptoms checked out. Better safe then sorry! Hope u feel better my dear and try not to worry! Easier said than done 😆❣ L

December 15, 2019

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