What Causes Pain In Jaw?

Posted on Tue, 21 Oct 2014

Question: Hi doctor

From last 2 days my jaw is paining on left side.. I could sense the pain when i bite or open my mouth..

Read online it may be because of sinus.. I have sinus and suffering from cold.

Can you suggest any medicine to see if pain goes off before i consult a doctor.

Thanks
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Answered by Dr. Hariom Sharma (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It may be referred pain

Detailed Answer:
Hi Madam,
I have gone through your query; it may suggest that you may be suffering from the referred pain due to the common nerve supply of both structures.

For this you may take systemic nasal decongestant with mild pain killer. Your local doctor will know about those medicines.

Avoid cold water, ice cream and cold water.

Consult your doctor as early as possible.

Wish you good health

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