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Gillette, WY
A 30-year-old female asked:

On and off pain under jaw towards the back of jaw. ear pain. stings sometimes when swallowing. health anxiety history. is this cancer? 30 yr old

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Dr. Bernard Seif
Clinical Psychology 42 years experience
Jaw pain: Please see doc to rule out medical issues then get health anxiety treated w/the help of a clinical psychologist. Clinical hypnosis and self-hypnosis training (www.asch.net) can be very effective. Peace and good health.
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