Signs and Symptoms of TMJ-TMD

TMJ is a condition qualified by the pain, immobility and discomfort in the jaw joint Temporo Mandibular Joint, which is the joint on each side of your jaw just in front of your ear that is responsible for the movement of your jaw that allows you to eat, speak and move your facial muscles.

When considering whether or not you have TMJ it's important to know the signs and symptoms of TMJ to determine if you need to see a doctor immediately or try and wait for the condition to pass. If it is TMJ you will need to see a doctor immediately to help you with a treatment plan to help the symptoms subside and find a cause for the condition to prevent future TMJ symptoms and problems.

While, the causes of TMJ are various and somewhat ambiguous, the signs and symptoms of TMJ are fairly obvious and can cause an immense amount of inconvenience in a short amount of time. Some of the symptoms include jaw pain, headaches, immobility of the jaw, clicking or popping sounds in the jaw, and swelling of the side of the face. Some of the outward signs of TMJ are weight loss, dehydration and a decline in oral health as a result of the immobility and pain symptoms of the disease.

The signs and symptoms of TMJ can range from minor to serious depending on the intensity of the condition and how long the signs and symptoms have been ignored. It's important to seek medical attention immediately when experiencing the signs and symptoms of TMJ to get access to treatment and have assistance in finding the cause of your specific case of TMJ to help alleviate the symptoms you are facing and prevent future symptoms and problems with your jaw joints.

TMJ is one of the most painful arthritis conditions there is and because it effects the jaw joints the secondary symptoms that come with TMJ can cause eating, speaking and oral health problems which can trigger a whole other set of problems. If you suspect you are suffering from the signs and symptoms of TMJ, then get to the doctor immediately and work with them to find a treatment and solution for your discomfort, pain and the cause of the disorder.