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I have osteomyelitis of the jaw , i was diagnosed in may by a cat scan and blood work, my face in some areas are going numb, is this bad and can it?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

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Osteomyelitis: You should discuss your symptoms with the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon actually treating you! If not confident with his/her answer, get a second opinion.

Answered 7/23/2017

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A member asked:

I have osteomyelitis of the jaw , i was diagnosed in may by a cat scan and blood work, my face in some areas are going numb, is this bad and can it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gary Sandler answered

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