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My mastoid bones been hurting for a while...my ear is ok, no plane.trip, i do.chew.gum all the time. could this pain mean something serious?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
DOMS: Delayed onset muscle soreness is a post-exercise muscle pain that may result from unusually heavy chewing. Nocturnal bruxers who awaken with pain in their masticatory muscles probably suffer a form of doms. The pain on awakening is thought to be caused by muscle hyperactivity during sleep. Abusive use; chewing hard food, gum or trauma, may cause a tmj/tmd. Rec. Change your habit.
Answered 1/26/2014
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See details: It is probably TMJ pain and not mastoid. Stop chewing gum first of all.Msee your dentist if the pain persists.
Answered 6/10/2014
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TMJ dysfunction: The muscles and ligaments that cause your jaw to move are not working smoothly. Stop chewing gum. This is a major source of TMJ dysfunction. Eat softer foods next 2-3 weeks. Apply moist heat to the joint area. Stress plays a big role in triggering TMJ problems. Find activities to help reduce your stress level. See your dentist for more detailed help.
Answered 6/10/2014
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