What is temporomandibular joint disc dislocation?
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ), located in front of the ear and allows the lower jaw to move. TMJ becomes dislocated when the ball of the joint (condyle) moves too far and gets stuck and can't move back into place.
How do members experience temporomandibular joint disc dislocation?
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Who has temporomandibular joint disc dislocation on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 7 | |
| 30s | 14 | |
| 40s | 22 | |
| 50s | 23 | |
| 60s | 19 | |
| 70+ | 12 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 7 | |
| Female | 91 |
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