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Pain by my left jaw only on one side. the pain goes up jaw to my temple. this comes and goes. smetimes it doesn't happen for a month. what could it be?
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TMJ: Possibly tmj. If you grind your teeth or chew a lot of gum, you can get TMJ inflammationa which radiates pain from the jaw, into the ear, and up to the temple. Treatment is nsaid's (ibuprofen, etc.) and rest. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
Answered 6/10/2014
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