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What Do Weak Jaw Muscles Indicate?

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Posted on Mon, 9 Oct 2017
Question: My wife has to hold her chin up to close her mouth. Feels like muscle isn't working.
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Clinical evaluation needed

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. I would need to ask if she is otherwise fine. A neurological examination is needed in order to rule out any neurodeficit. The power of the surrounding muscles also needs to be assessed. The blood pressure also needs to be checked and clinically correlated. I would therefore insist on visiting a doctor and getting her evaluated.

Let me know if I could help further.

Regards
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What Do Weak Jaw Muscles Indicate?

Brief Answer: Clinical evaluation needed Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. I would need to ask if she is otherwise fine. A neurological examination is needed in order to rule out any neurodeficit. The power of the surrounding muscles also needs to be assessed. The blood pressure also needs to be checked and clinically correlated. I would therefore insist on visiting a doctor and getting her evaluated. Let me know if I could help further. Regards