It all started back in January 2008. I
started with tooth sensitivity and pain. I
then began having daily general headaches
(no identifable radiating point). The
headaches would usually start after being
awake for several hours, though I
sometimes wake up with a headache.
I have had several crippling migraines
since it all started, all radiating pain
from the left or right temple (sometimes
both). Heat seems to help the pain.
I suspect the pain is associated with
TMD/TMJ (temporomandibular disorder) as I
do have an imperfect bite. Though at 24
years old I find it odd the pain just
started out of no where (no accidents, or
trauma to the face, etc...)
I exhibit pretty much all the symptoms of
TMD/TMJ, including having ringing in the
ears at one point, occasional
popping/crunching sounds in the jaw.
I have seen several GPs, dentists, an
otrtho, etc... They all suggested my pain
was possibly caused by my 4 impacted
wisdom teeth (though possibly TMD as
well). I have since had them removed and
the headaches have still perisisted with
the same pattern/frequency/pain.
I am getting very concerned that something
more serious may be overlooked and of
course having daily headaches I am worried
about a brain tumor.
I have looked up brain tumor symptoms and
the only one I exhibit is the headache (no
seizures, tingling sensations in
extremities, nausea and vomiting,
etc...).
The various pains (headache, jaw pain,
temple pain, tooth pain) seems to happen
all together or with various combinations
of symptoms. Sometimes just the left side
is affected, other times right, and then
sometimes both sides.
Any feedback would help put my mind at
ease while I wait for the bureaucracy of
healthcare to get me the proper tests.
I assume if it was a brain tumor that
after 3 1/2 months some of the symptoms
would have got worse (though my headaches
seem less intense, but just as frequent
now. I have not had a migraine in 6-7
weeks either).
Thanks!
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MandMs
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Posted: 04-18-08 06:23am
Have you visited a dentist that has
specialized in treating TMJ disorders?
Have you been examined with X-ray for your
TM joint?
TMJ disorders can cause and mimic all
kinds of headaches.
It can cause headache and pain in face,
jaw, neck and shoulders.
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Teresa As
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 19 Jul 2008 Posts: 4
Ongoing daily headaches Posted: 07-20-08 00:14am
Dear Headache always,
Have you had your gums checked for
periodontal disease? If you have a deep
infection in your gums it will cause all
of the above symptoms. Especially tooth
sensitivity and pain. Do your gums bleed?
I had a patient who had migraines and
after I did deep cleanings on her with
anesthesia her migraines were resolved and
never bothered her again. She never has
any sensitivity of tooth pain anymore.
Since you said you have a bad bite
(malocclusion) that contributes to
building more plaque and harder for you to
cleanse those areas contributing to gum
disease.
Therefore, make sure you don't have
anything going on with your gums.
Secondly,
you could also have a TMJ problem as well
and you could be grinding your teeth in
your sleep (nocturnal bruxism) so you need
to get a biteplate, which is a hard
plastic mouthpiece, you can wear when your
sleeping. This will help alleviate pain
onto your dentition and preserve your
teeth. It is very important to be
screened for Periodontal disease and get
that infection out of your mouth. The
research links uncontrolled Periodontal
disease to 2X more likely to get a heart
attack and 3X more likely for a stroke,
besides it destroys the bone which holds
your teeth intact and once you get bone
loss you can't get it to grow back.
Don't think you have a brain tumor when
all the signs are telling you its related
to your teeth.
Good luck!
Teresa A
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