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I have been hit by many different type of balls like volleyballs at least five times. all happens at my left lower jaw. will it break my bone? explain

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Possibly : A hard enough blow can break (fracture) the jaw (mandible). To me, a fracture would be more likely if you were accidentally injured by your teammate's knee, elbow or head than by the volleyball. But I guess a direct blow from a hard serve could do it too. Hope that helps.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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