What Causes Severe Pain In The Mouth And Throat?

Posted on Thu, 4 May 2017

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Thu, 4 May 2017 Answered on

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Question : Hi,

I have a shifting pain in my mouth and throat.

Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Can be TMJ inflammation too.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your question.
I read it carefully and I understand your concern.

I agree that the pain may be due to gum inflammation.
If it lasts more then one week it can be related also with the temporo-mandibular joint, since it changes when you eat.

In both cases the treatment would be painkillers. I generally suggest Ibuprofen 400mg, 1 tablet every 8 hours for 1 week and then as needed after.
Apply cold compresses locally.

If worse or not better see a local physician to perform another check up or do further tests.

Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you have other questions or concerns.

Regards,
Dr.Papaqako

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng