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Posted 2/23/2015 2:11 AM (GMT 0)
Anyone get jaw pain with their ra? I've had it for a while now but the constant daily headaches are getting to me. I see my new rheum in about a month, since I just moved states and wonder if I should bring it up or if its from something unrelated? I do grind my teeth and have chronic migraines but I didn't know if the jaw pain could be Ra related. Its all around the side of my jaw and temple area with constant headaches.
Posted 2/23/2015 7:00 AM (GMT 0)
Yes, I had jaw pain on occasion with my RA for the last 10 years, I guess. The pain does not go to my temples though and I rarely get headaches.

My Dentist made a mouth guard for me to wear at night on my bottom teeth. It has helped a lot and I only need to wear it when I have the pain, although it could be worn more often to help prevent the pain. Mouth guards are helpful for clenchers, grinders and People with TMJ also.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tmj/basics/definition/CON-20043566

I'm not sure what is causing your symptoms but I hope that you feel better soon.
Posted 2/23/2015 7:50 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Calen,
I also have occasional tmj from RA, but it usually only lasts a day or two and feels more like a toothache. Sounds like yours is coming from the teeth grinding if you have constant headaches.
Beth
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