I have pain above my left ear where that bones at can it be from my tmj? or is it somrthing else. is this serious?

Bump?: Is there a "bump" there? Could be a pimple or a little inflamed lymph node... Give it time and if it doesn't calm down, see your general MD.

TMJ?: It could be TMJ but it's hard to say without exam. Start by making appointment with your PCP to get proper evaluation, treatment and/or referral.

Could be...: If the pain is located in the area right in where your jaw connects to your skull then it is most likely TMJ. Otherwise it would be difficult to tell what it is unless you have a direct exam.Usually TMJ presents with tenderness when you open your mouth or chew, sometimes cracking sensation.Try to take anti-inflammatory medication( like ibuprofen) if not allergic. If not better see your doctor.

Need exam: It is important that you find out what is going on. This could be a TMJ problem, a wisdom tooth problem or other things. See a dentist as soon as you can for an exam and proper diagnosis and treatment.. This will not get better without treatment.

TMJ disorder: Temporo-mandibular disorder is the second most frequent cause of orofacial pain after dental pain. Proper diagnosis is the key for the successful treatment. See an orofacial pain practitioner for a consultation and treatment.

History and exam: Need a thorough history and exam to help determine source of your issues. If hard to open mouth, usually signals a TMJ/TMD problem with closed locking, or possibly a muscular ailment where the muscles are in spasm or infection.

Maybe: Pain is an indicator of something wrong. If you are having difficulty opening your mouth, and you have pain it could indicate a disorder of your TMJ. Do you grind your teeth at night? You should see your dentist.

Several posdibilitie: In a differential diagnosis or possible causes of pain near your ear area we must consider ear infection, tooth ache, gum inflammation,TMJ problems,muscle spasms,sinus condition. Or can be referred pain. Have your dentist and ENT specialist examine you to ID or diagnoseor rule the cause of your pain condition.

Possible: The TMJ or temporal mandibulat joint are positioned in front of your ears but can be slightly higher. The joint can get inflamed and sore to moving of jaw. The strain can cause earaches and headaches. Numerous causes compounded upon one another can spark an occurrence. Your dentist can determine if this is your problem or another cause. Good luck.

Need an exam: You need an examination. The best person to check that area out is an ENT doc.