Inflammation in neck and jaw

Yeah you are getting hit from every direction, aren't you? Sorry - this is no fun.

But likely a herx from the abx hitting new pockets of infection. We hold a LOT of bacteria in our mouths (as you probably already know) so this could just be from that or the inflammation that can occur.

Are you on any other anti-inflammatory herbs? Have you tried japanese knotweed? There are a few recent threads about its anti-inflam. properties. I can't go without it.

Also - you might want to try oil pulling, which can help pull more infection and toxins out of your teeth and gum and mouth tissues. See:
www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=30&m=3628856

Also, try ice packs. Hopefully others will be along soon for input.

So sorry you're dealing with this - let us know what you try and how it works for you.

-p

What helps me with my neck pain is actually not a special herb, it's actually just advil lol