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I have tmj-recently back of neck is tight and sides of neck- under ear down to shoulder. upper and lower jaw is achy and nasal drip. is it the tmj?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Perhaps: See your doctor if the symtoms persist. The best treatment for tm is rest. So eat soft foods for a week

Dr Gallia agreed

Answered 10/10/2016

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Perhaps: Common TMJ symptoms aside from the nasal drip. You may have a URI on top of your TMJ. Make sure your TMJ is managed by a TMJ expert.

Answered 10/10/2016

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A member asked:

I have tmj-recently back of neck is tight and sides of neck- under ear down to shoulder. upper and lower jaw is achy and nasal drip. is it the tmj?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Gallia agreed

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

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