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Been getting a sharp pain and sometime a cramp in my neck when i yawn or open my mouth wide what could cause this?

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TMJ: It is likely tmj. Try Ibuprofen or see an oral facial maxial surgeon. But please see a doctor if this is really affecting you.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 3/3/2016

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