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Is Pain In The Front Of Both Ears Radiating Towards The Jaw Something I Need To Consult About With My Doctor?

Posted on Tue, 19 Jan 2021

Question: Hello
This question is for Dr Sharka I have been having pain on both sides of the front of my ear then goes down to my gland I do suffer from tmj and have been chewing a lot of gum .. I don’t have shortness of breath or any other symptoms .. I have uploaded my latest echo done 2 months ago

Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Your symptoms are typical of TMJ dysfunction or inflammation.

As a cardiologist, I would exclude any cardiac issues related to your symptoms.

So, just relax and don't worry about it!

I recommend taking ibuprofen for the pain and try to avoid chewing hard food in the next days.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

Let me know about everything!

Wishing all the best,

Dr.Iliri

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Ilir Sharka (3 hours later)

Good morning
Thank you so much o know that jaw pain is one one of the symptoms I worry about it being cardiac so I should not be concerned about this being cardiac

Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
My opinion as follows:

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX

There is no reason to think that this jaw pain is related to the heart, because there are no other symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath.

So just relax and don't worry about it!

Wishing all the best,

Dr.Iliri

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