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Is there anything to relieve pain of osteomelinitis of the jaw?
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EAR Acupuncture: Yes. Auricular acupuncture can be effective in reducing facial pain & jaw pain.
Answered 4/15/2019
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Treat disorder: Osteomyelitis is infection/inflammation of the bone. Make sure you are being treated for the underlying disorder. See an oral surgeon. A variety of prescription pain meds can be prescribed.
Answered 3/27/2015
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