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Why Head Hurts Mainly When Chewing Or Opening Mouth Widely?

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Question : Head hurts. Especially around temple and jaw line. Head hurts mainly when chewing or opening mouth widely.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Probably symptoms linked to temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

Detailed Answer:
Hello ,

I have read your query, I saw the picture that you uploaded too.

That location of the headache may arise from temporomandibular joint problems.

Degerative processes of this joint or the disc that serves as a cushion may cause the muscles around the joint to be sore causing this way the pain.

Simple measures such as avoiding chewing gum, applying warned objects on the joint, gentle massage and painkillers such as ibuprofen may help you feel better.

Also an evaluation by your primary care Doctor and eventually imaging study of the temporomandibular joint are necessary for a correct diagnosis.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Why Head Hurts Mainly When Chewing Or Opening Mouth Widely?

Brief Answer: Probably symptoms linked to temporomandibular joint dysfunction. Detailed Answer: Hello , I have read your query, I saw the picture that you uploaded too. That location of the headache may arise from temporomandibular joint problems. Degerative processes of this joint or the disc that serves as a cushion may cause the muscles around the joint to be sore causing this way the pain. Simple measures such as avoiding chewing gum, applying warned objects on the joint, gentle massage and painkillers such as ibuprofen may help you feel better. Also an evaluation by your primary care Doctor and eventually imaging study of the temporomandibular joint are necessary for a correct diagnosis. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.