
What Causes Ear And Jaw Pain And Difficulty In Eating After Injury?

Question: Hi doctor, i accidentally hit my ear with a qtip and now i am feel pain inside, and causes pain also in my jaw, that i have difficulty eating. i cant open up my jaw normally. what will i do?
Brief Answer:
You should do xrays
Detailed Answer:
You should see doctor and do xrays of mandibule so that mandibular fracture can be ruled out. Ear pain isnt problematic since in most cases it passes in short time. but there may be some more serious injury of facial bones. Till that try to eat more liquid food,rest and take nonsteroid painkillers. Wish you good health. Regards
You should do xrays
Detailed Answer:
You should see doctor and do xrays of mandibule so that mandibular fracture can be ruled out. Ear pain isnt problematic since in most cases it passes in short time. but there may be some more serious injury of facial bones. Till that try to eat more liquid food,rest and take nonsteroid painkillers. Wish you good health. Regards
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