A member asked:

Lately, i've noticed that the majority of times when i yawn, i stop mid-way and am unable to "fully" yawn. no smoking/drinking/drugs. any suggestions?

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

temporomandibular: Joint issues, can cause this incomplete opening. Consider evaluation with an oral surgeon.

Answered 5/15/2016

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This is fine.: Yawning is a way to get more air into the lungs. If you don't need that much extra air, you won't yawn fully.

Answered 10/24/2016

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