The Ongoing Saga of Ow

[zomgitskristin]

The left hinge of my jaw is so swollen that I can't even talk, much less chew anything. I can barely get my pills between my teeth. I think I have some grits in the cupboard (which may or may not be left over from when my Southern grandmother was still alive...in 1997), and I made a big pot of squishy lentil soup yesterday. With that plus whey

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[lilacsigil]

*sends sympathy* st_aurafina gets jaw flare-ups - the last time she was so desperate for something not sweet that she treated herself to...pureed apple. Yay.

Duh. That should read "not soup"!

[zomgitskristin]

Thanks! What causes her jaw problems? TMJ? My rheumatologist is sort of doubty-pants that mines a related problem, but it seems like a weird coincidence.

[lilacsigil]

Yes, she has TMJ, originated by a dentist with a rubber wedge and worsened by hereditary teeth-grinding. It's a very small and critical joint where a tiny amount of swelling creates a major problem, so if you've got swelling and pain everywhere else, I don't see why that joint would be spared.

[catchthesparkle]

That sounds horrible! I am really hoping you feel better. I can't imagine being so miserable. :(

[chaos_in_action]

Crap, lady. I wish you could catch a break! :(

[zomgitskristin]

Dude. Seriously. This is getting ridiculous.