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What Is Causing Swollen Jaw Line With Sore In Mouth?
A week and a half ago I developed a canker sore in my mouth, swolllen jaw line and temples. also difficulties getting my food down. Swallowing OK but seems to get stuck mid way down. Don t know if all symptoms are related. Medications are Dulera inhaler 2X aday
Wed, 14 May 2014
Hi there,
I am sorry for the situation you are in.
Developing canker sore, swollen jaw line and temples are related to viral infection. Getting difficulties in swallowing foods is related to edema (inflammation) caused by virus.
Dulera inhaler is a combination therapy containing :
- formoterol (long-acting broncho-dilatator)
- mometasone (steroid)
This combination inhaler will improve your breathing and reducing inflammation and edema caused.
The symptoms would take few days until they improve. Meanwhile, I advise to:
- increase fluids intake
- take acetaminophen to reduce pain, inflammation or fever
- take good oral hygiene : gargle with water and salt
- I always advise my patients to take 1 teaspoon of olive oil and honey on daily basis.
If no improvement, or the symptoms will get worst, then, should get checked by your doctor to rule out pneumonia.
Wish fast recovery!
Dr.Albana
I am sorry for the situation you are in.
Developing canker sore, swollen jaw line and temples are related to viral infection. Getting difficulties in swallowing foods is related to edema (inflammation) caused by virus.
Dulera inhaler is a combination therapy containing :
- formoterol (long-acting broncho-dilatator)
- mometasone (steroid)
This combination inhaler will improve your breathing and reducing inflammation and edema caused.
The symptoms would take few days until they improve. Meanwhile, I advise to:
- increase fluids intake
- take acetaminophen to reduce pain, inflammation or fever
- take good oral hygiene : gargle with water and salt
- I always advise my patients to take 1 teaspoon of olive oil and honey on daily basis.
If no improvement, or the symptoms will get worst, then, should get checked by your doctor to rule out pneumonia.
Wish fast recovery!
Dr.Albana
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