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What Causes Charley Horse Spasms In The Throat While Yawning?
Question: when I yawn my throat feels like it gets a XXXXXXX horse, then goes away after 30 seconds
Brief Answer:
TM joint sensation
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare Magic and thanks for putting up the query
Yawning may cause locking of temporomandibular joint giving rise to this sensation. It usually happens when mouth is opened very wide which may cause clicking at the jaw.
It is absolutely normal. You should avoid over widening of the mouth and take calcium supplements.
There is nothing to be worried about.
Stay healthy
Thanks and regards
TM joint sensation
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare Magic and thanks for putting up the query
Yawning may cause locking of temporomandibular joint giving rise to this sensation. It usually happens when mouth is opened very wide which may cause clicking at the jaw.
It is absolutely normal. You should avoid over widening of the mouth and take calcium supplements.
There is nothing to be worried about.
Stay healthy
Thanks and regards
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