Head Pain

Head Pain

What this is a sharp pain on the right side of the top of my head?

Recently, I had this sporadic pain on the right side of my head, near my frontal hairline and the top of my head. The pain come and go at random moments, and it hurts! It's more of a throbbing pain then nothing. I am a worry wart somatic and always think I'm going to have an aneurysm or something! any suggestions on what can be? And I really do not need stupid answers like "that tried to think ...." which shows how stupid and ignorant you are. Not cool.

it could be sinusitis. migraine or see the doctor good luck

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Living with chronic pain for over 40 years has taught me valuable lessons. Realizing that millions of Americans share this unkind challenge, I wanted to share practical ideas I found to be quite helpful. The basis of my chronic pain is fibromyalgia and temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD). My body has generalized pain as well as localized pain along with fatigue. Pain is a constant companion. There are times the pain is worse and I call these flare-ups. For me TMD occurred due to a displaced disc in the right jaw. One doctor's theory is that my body had to accommodate the missing disc and fibromyalgia developed. My journey with pain and fatigue began when I was a college student and has progressed through marriage, motherhood, full-time college instructor, and now a retiree. Through the years some doctors told me that my condition is all in my head. I felt the guilt of not being a better daughter, wife, mom, teacher and friend. I work hard to turn frustration into living well with chronic pain. While I live with the pain of fibromyalgia, I believe many of the ideas shared in this book are helpful in coping with pain caused by other conditions. My purpose is to present strategies I have used to cope with pain in the hope that you will have one of those 'ah-ha' moments of thinking, "that might work for me too!" Knowing the very act of reading may be painful, I purposely wrote each topic to stand alone in a concise format. A challenge is given at the end of each topical piece to invite you to consider similar ways of taking control of your pain. Please do not be overwhelmed and discouraged if an idea does not work. Use what works for you and use your imagination to think of other things you can do. Remember, I have been at this for over 40 years. For me, nothing happened overnight. I am constantly refining ways to help me cope with pain. What I have learned about myself and my pain is the basis for this book. My wish is that you too will find helpful ways to improve your life in spite of the pain. You deserve to live well, even with chronic pain

Woman in Pain Clutches Head and Back

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George Marks Woman in Pain Clutches Head and Back - Photographic Print

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How is Jaw Pain Related to Neuromuscular Dentistry?

Neuromuscular dentistry corrects the misalignment of the jaw and the jawâ€™s joint. The jaw joint, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ), is where the jaw meets the skull and can be the source of discomfort and jaw pain for dental patients.

Jaw pain from chronic inflammation is one of a myriad of symptoms for temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), a dysfunction of the jaw joint and its associated muscles, nerves and teeth. The most common symptoms of TMD include:

Â· Migraines, headaches

Â· Back, neck and shoulder pain

Â· Ringing in the ears - Tinnitus

Â· Vertigo (dizziness)

Â· Sore, sensitive, teeth

Â· Facial and jaw pain

Â· Limited jaw movement

Â· Locking Jaw

Â· Popping or clicking in the jaw joints

Â· Worn or cracked teeth

Â· Clenching/bruxing

Â· Inability to open the mouth completely

Â· Deviation of the jaw to one side

Â· The jaw locking open or closed

Â· Postural problems

Â· Joint or facial pain when yawning, chewing or opening or closing the mouth,

Â· Pain in the muscles surrounding the temporomandibular joints

Â· Pain in the back, front or sides of the head

Â· Pain behind the eyes

Â· Swelling on the side of the face and/or mouth

Â· A bite that feels as if itâ€™s continually changing

Neuromuscular dental specialists understand the complex relationship between the jaw joint and all the surrounding hard and soft tissues. The solution to relieve jaw pain and its various symptoms is to realign the jaw and the jaw joint into a balanced relationship. The neuromuscular dentist uses a variety of computerized instruments to record the bite, to scan the upper and lower jaw and identify the specific misalignment causing the jaw pain. Measurements are recorded of the TMJ in its active and resting state to determine the best course of action in realigning the jaw.

Treatment options vary as much as the number of symptoms. Depending on the severity of the jaw pain, neuromuscular solutions include the following:

Â· Pain relief â€“ can be obtained by over-the-counter medications, anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants and prescription drugs

Â· Jaw relaxation â€“ by changing some bad habits many symptoms can be alleviated

Â· Avoid gum chewing

Â· Stop eating foods that require to mouth to open widely

Â· Chew more evenly

Â· Eat softer foods

Â· Be conscientious of clenching and grinding the teeth

Â· Manage stress â€“ to prevent grinding and bruxism

Â· Mouth guards â€“ at night to save teeth from wearing down and to stop painful clenching. A customized guard is the most effective choice

Â· Physical therapy of the jaw â€“ Gentle exercises, massage and slowly opening and closing the mouth to increase motion range and strengthen the joint

Â· Occlusal therapy â€“ corrects bite problems through orthodontic treatment, mandibular repositioning devices and dental work including crowns or bridges to realign the teeth

Â· Surgery â€“ involves restructuring or replacing the joint or disc and/or tightening surrounding ligaments

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If you live in San Diego, California, and are suffering from jaw pain, please contact the neuromuscular specialists at Carmel Creek Dental.