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What Causes Pain In Jaw And Lower Ear?

I do not have dizziness, but a CT scan came back "Sclerosis and fluid is noted within the right mastoid air cells suggesting the presence of chronic mastoiditis". Pain in jaw and lower ear neckline. moderate to severe. In Lay terms, what is going on? Thanik you
Fri, 29 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Mastoiditis may can cause swelling and pus formation it may descend to sternocleidomastoid and form abscess called Luca abscess.

if it affects the joint may lead to pain and edema while swallowing.

please consult your ENT specialist he will examine for abscess or joint arthritis and treat you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Causes Pain In Jaw And Lower Ear?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Mastoiditis may can cause swelling and pus formation it may descend to sternocleidomastoid and form abscess called Luca abscess. if it affects the joint may lead to pain and edema while swallowing. please consult your ENT specialist he will examine for abscess or joint arthritis and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.