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Tuesday, June 28, 2011

I AM IN PAIN TMJ PART2



FAMILY AND FRIENDS UPDATE ON PART2 OF MY BATTLE WITH TMJ I CAN TELL YOU ITS NO WALK IN THE PARK PAIN IS NOW THE ORDER OF THE DAY AS THE TMJ STARTS TO GET WORST BY THE DAY HERE IS A LITTLE MORE INFO ABOUT TMJ

What is the temporomandibular joint?

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the area directly in front of the ear on either side of the head where the upper jaw (maxilla) and lower jaw (mandible) meet. Within the TMJ, there are moving parts that allow the upper jaw to close on the lower jaw. This joint is a typical sliding "ball and socket" that has a disc sandwiched between it. The TMJ is used throughout the day to move the jaw, especially in biting and chewing, talking, and yawning. It is one of the most frequently used joints of the body.

The temporomandibular joints are complex and are composed of muscles, tendons, and bones. Each component contributes to the smooth operation of the TMJ. When the muscles are relaxed and balanced and both jaw joints open and close comfortably, we are able to talk, chew, or yawn without pain.

We can locate the TMJ by putting a finger on the triangular structure in front of the ear. The finger is moved just slightly forward and pressed firmly while opening the jaw. The motion felt is from the TMJ. We can also feel the joint motion if we put a little finger against the inside front part of the ear canal. These maneuvers can cause considerable discomfort to a person who is experiencing TMJ difficulty, and doctors use them for making the diagnosis.

TMJ pain disorders usually occur because of unbalanced activity, spasm, or overuse of the jaw muscles. Symptoms tend to be chronic, and treatment is aimed at eliminating the precipitating factors. Many symptoms may not appear related to the TMJ itself. The following are common symptoms.

Headache: Approximately 80% of patients with a TMJ disorder complain of headache, and 40% report facial pain. Pain is often made worse while opening and closing the jaw. Exposure to cold weather or air-conditioned air may increase muscle contraction and facial pain.

Ear pain: About 50% of patients with a TMJ disorder notice ear pain and do not have signs of ear infection. The ear pain is usually described as being in front of or below the ear. Often, patients are treated multiple times for a presumed ear infection, which can often be distinguished from TMJ disorder by an associated hearing loss or ear drainage (which would be expected if there really was an ear infection). Because ear pain occurs so commonly, ear specialists are frequently called on to make the diagnosis of a TMJ disorder.

Sounds: Grinding, crunching, or popping sounds, medically termed crepitus, are common for patients with a TMJ disorder. These sounds may or may not be accompanied by increased pain.

Dizziness: Of patients with a TMJ disorder, 40% report a vague sense of dizziness or imbalance (usually not a spinning type vertigo). The cause of this type of dizziness is not well understood.

Fullness of the ear: About 33% of patients with a TMJ disorder describe muffled, clogged, or full ears. They may notice ear fullness and pain during airplane takeoffs and landings. These symptoms are usually caused by eustachian-tube dysfunction, the structure responsible for the regulation of pressure in the middle ear. It is thought that patients with TMJ disorders have hyperactivity (spasms) of the muscles responsible for regulating the opening and closing of the eustachian tube.

Ringing in the ear (tinnitus): For unknown reasons, 33% of patients with a TMJ disorder experience noise or ringing in the ears (tinnitus). Of those patients, half will have resolution of their tinnitus after successful treatment of their TMJ disorder.

What is the treatment for TMJ disorders?

The mainstay of treatment for acute TMJ pain is heat and ice, soft diet, and anti-inflammatory medications.

1. Jaw rest: It can be beneficial to keep the teeth apart as much as possible. It is also important to recognize when tooth grinding is occurring and devise methods to cease this activity. Patients are advised to avoid chewing gum or eating hard, chewy, or crunchy foods such as raw vegetables, candy, or nuts. Foods that require opening the mouth widely, such as a big hamburger, are also not recommended.

2. Heat and ice therapy: These assist in reducing muscle tension and spasm. However, immediately after an injury to the TMJ, treatment with cold applications is best. Cold packs can be helpful for relieving pain.

3. Medications: Anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil and others), naproxen (Aleve and others), or steroids can help control inflammation. Muscle relaxants, such as diazepam (Valium), aid in decreasing muscle spasms. In certain situations, local injection of cortisone preparations (methylprednisolone [Depo-Medrol], triamcinolone [Kenalog], Celestone) into the TMJ may be helpful.

4. Physical therapy: Passively opening and closing the jaw, massage, and electrical stimulation help to decrease pain and increase the range of motion and strength of the joint.

5. Stress management: Stress support groups, psychological counseling, and medications can also assist in reducing muscle tension. Biofeedback helps people recognize times of increased muscle activity and spasm and provides methods to help control them.

6. Occlusal therapy: A custom-made acrylic appliance which fits over the teeth is commonly prescribed for night but may be required throughout the day. It acts to balance the bite and reduce or eliminate teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism).

7. Correction of bite abnormalities: Corrective dental therapy, such as orthodontics, may be required to correct an abnormal bite. Dental restorations assist in creating a more stable bite. Adjustments of bridges or crowns act to ensure proper alignment of the teeth.

8. Surgery: Surgery is indicated in those situations in which medical therapy has failed. It is done as a last resort. TMJ arthroscopy, ligament tightening, joint restructuring, and joint replacement are considered in the most severe cases of joint damage or deterioration.

WELL FAMILY AND FRIENDS THAT IS WHAT TMJ IS ALL ABOUT.

MY BATTLE BEGINS WITH GOING TO SEE A TMJ SPECIALIST ONLY AVAILABLE ON THE 7TH OF JULY 2011.@2.30 PM AS HE IS AWAY IN CHINA TO LECTURE ABOUT TMJ.
PRAY FOR ME THAT WE FIND THE BEST SOLUTION, INSYAALLAH.
MEANWHILE MY HUMOR AND STRENGTH IS STILL IN TACK IN SPITE OF THE PAIN.

Monday, June 27, 2011

Family and friends


DON'T GET EXCITED I HAVE NOT FOUND SOMEONE NEW NOR AM I HAVING AN AFFAIR,ITS JUST THAT I APPRECIATE BEAUTY HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
To all my family and friends,
I have kept this a secret for the last 3 months but i feel its time i write about it so that you all know what i am going through now.BUT I WANT YOU ALL TO KNOW THAT I CAN LIVE WITH THIS AND THAT MY SENSE OF HUMOR AND QUALITY OF LIFE IS STILL THE SAME ONLY THING IS I HAVE TO ADJUST AND ITS NOT EASY.
I have what they call TMJ or TMD,No its not an award but simply a illness to be exact its best described by WIKIPEDIA But you can also google or yahoo it by typing in simply TMJ to find out more about it but not all symtoms are the same anyway here,s part one of my TMJ.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia....

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD or TMD), or TMJ syndrome, is an umbrella term covering acute or chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint, which connects the mandible to the skull. The disorder and resultant dysfunction can result in significant pain and impairment. Because the disorder transcends the boundaries between several health-care disciplines—in particular, dentistry and neurology—there are a variety of treatment approaches.

The temporomandibular joint is susceptible to many of the conditions that affect other joints in the body, including ankylosis, arthritis, trauma, dislocations, developmental anomalies, and neoplasia.

Signs and symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder vary in their presentation and can be very complex, but are often simple. On average the symptoms will involve more than one of the numerous TMJ components: muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, bones, connective tissue, and the teeth.[5] Ear pain associated with the swelling of proximal tissue is a symptom of temporomandibular joint disorder.

Symptoms associated with TMJ disorders may be:

Biting or chewing difficulty or discomfort
Clicking, popping, or grating sound when opening or closing the mouth
Dull, aching pain in the face
Earache (particularly in the morning)
Headache (particularly in the morning)
Hearing loss
Migraine (particularly in the morning)
Jaw pain or tenderness of the jaw
Reduced ability to open or close the mouth
Tinnitus
Neck and shoulder pain
Dizziness
More about TMJ/TMJD to follow hopefully with pictures.For now the pain is bearable but i am on massive dose of PAIN KILLERS,and the dizzy spells have made me to not drive unless i have no choice for now INA my faithful wife does all the driving if needed.Family and friends PRAY for me that i can adjust to this illness as there are no known cure and surgery is only as a last resort.I am for the time being doing Physio to relieve the pain and relax the nerves connected to the Jaw.Hey i can live with this,if i cannot run i will walk and if i cannot walk i will crawl but i will keep going,one thing pain cannot take away from me is my humor and the day i lose that then its the day you know you lost me.
YOUR PRAYERS AND SUPPORT IS APPRECIATED AND THOSE PRIVILEGED TO READ THIS N3 I LOVE YOU ALL,oh ya I have 2new friends which i gave access to my blog because i found it so easy to interact with them one is a lady i call SWEET MARY (she got an invisible wall) her own blog,and another a Gentleman and a scholar roll into one from Negri Sembilan and his name is PETER also have his own blog,Thank you both for accepting me.I look forward everyday to interacting with both of you.Insyaallah i WILL KEEP GOING.
TO BE CONTINUED.

Monday, June 20, 2011

FATHERS DAY 2011

I RECEIVED MESSAGES FROM ALL MY CHILDREN ON THIS FATHERS DAY BUT ONE SENT ME A SONG I GOT WRAP UP AND ENJOYED THE SONG VERY MUCH THANK YOU FOR INTRODUCING ME TO THIS SINGER.

I THEN LISTENED TO MY TOP 10 SONGS BY THIS GREAT SINGER GEORGE STRAIT.





I believe-
That just because someone doesn't love you the way you want
them to doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have.

THIS SONG IS FOR THOSE I LOVE MY WIFE,MY CHILDREN,MY SONS IN LAW,MY DAUGHTERS IN LAW AND ALL MY GRANDCHILDREN,JUST INTERPRET THE WORDINGS LIKE ITS MEANT FOR YOU.
THANK YOU I LOVE ALL OF YOU ALWAYS.
INSYAALLAH AMIN.














THANK YOU TO ALL MY CHILDREN I LOVE ALL OF YOU ALWAYS.

Monday, June 13, 2011

Sharing a list collected by experience through out the years


FAMILY AND FRIENDS READ THE 45 LITTLE THINGS IN LIFE THAT MAY AND CAN MAKE YOU APPRECIATE LIFE A LITTLE BIT MORE.INSYAALLAH.


1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.

2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.

3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and
parents will. Stay in touch.

5. Pay off your credit cards every month.

6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.

8. It's OK to get angry with God THEN ASK FOR HIS FORGIVENESS. He can take it.

9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.

10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.

11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.

12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.

13. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.

15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks.

16.. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.

17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.

18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.

19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.

20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.

21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't
save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

22. Over prepare, then go with the flow.

23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.

24. The most important sex organ is the brain.

25. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.

26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words 'In five years, will
this matter?'

27. Always choose life.

28. Forgive everyone everything.

29. What other people think of you is none of your business.

30. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.

31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

32. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

33. Believe in miracles.

34. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.

35. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.

36. Growing old beats the alternative -- dying young.

37. Your children get only one childhood.

38. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.

39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.

40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd
grab ours back.

41. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.

42. The best is yet to come...

43. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.

44. Yield.

45. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift."

Thursday, June 9, 2011

SHARING HAPPINESS


A 92-year-old, petite, well-poised and proud woman, who is fully dressed each morning by eight o’clock, with her hair fashionably combed, even though she is legally blind, moved to a nursing home today.

Her husband of 70 years recently passed away, making the move necessary. After many hours of waiting patiently in the lobby of the nursing home, she smiled sweetly when told her room was ready.

On the long walk to the elevator, as she paused to lean on her cane, the attendant provided a visual description of the woman’s tiny room. “I love it”, she stated with the enthusiasm of an eight-year-old having just been presented with a new puppy.

“Mrs. Jones, you haven’t seen the room; just wait”, explained the attendant.

“That doesn’t have anything to do with it”, she replied. “Happiness is something you decide on ahead of time. Whether I like my room or not doesn’t depend on how the furniture is arranged. Rather, it’s how I arrange my mind. I already decided to love it. It’s a decision I make every morning when I wake up. I have a choice; I can spend the day in bed recounting the difficulty I have with the parts of my body that no longer work, or get out of bed and be thankful for the ones that do.”

The elderly woman continued, “Each day is a gift, and as long as my eyes open, I’ll focus on the new day and all the happy memories I’ve stored away…. Just for this time in my life. Old age is like a bank account. You withdraw from what you’ve put in. So, my advice to you would be to deposit a lot of happiness in the bank account of memories! Thank you for your part in filling my Memory Bank, as I am still making deposits each day.”

According to Mrs. Jones, being happy is a choice we make each day, and it’s simple if we just remember these five rules:

1. Free your heart from hatred.
2. Free your mind from worries.
3. Live simply.
4. Give more.
5. Expect less.

So family and friends hopefully this happiness can be shared and felt by all that read my blog Insyaallah.

Monday, June 6, 2011

YESTERDAY WHEN I WAS YOUNG



Dear FAMILY AND FRIENDS PLEASE ENJOY YOUR LIFE AND STAY YOUNG HERE ARE 3 DIFFERENT SINGERS FOR THE SONG YESTERDAY WHEN I WAS YOUNG A REAL CLASSIC SONG THAT BRING BACK MEMORIES AND SERVES AS AN INSPIRATION FOR ME TO LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST AND TO STAY YOUNG AT HEART.insyaallah amin.