Jaw clenching?

pattyanny
pattyanny Member Posts: 544
in Head and Neck Cancer #1

Hi All- Just a quick question. I have not been online in a while, and am praying for a 5 yr clean scan in 2014. Meanwhile, I am clenching my teeth, causing my TMJ to act up. I have taken different medications to no avail. I think it is stress, as I have a lot going on, but was wondering if anyone else has experinced this. I realize my Ex has not sent support in a month, my children( old) have not contacted me,moving to a new place,  and it is the Season to be jolly! Bah Humbug! Any input would be great. Sleeping is fine,as I am an open mouth sleeper. I know - TMI! At least I get some relief while sleeping! Thanks & God bless!

Love & Prayers

Patty

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  • Skiffin16
    Skiffin16 Member Posts: 8,305 Member
    #2
    Open Mouth Sleeper...

    LOL, I know there's a joke to be had there...

    Hey Patty girl... Shelley has TMJ issues.., shoot her a FB message and maybe she can give you some suggestions on what has and hasn't worked with her.

    I'm sure that contract on the ex is up for renewal...

    John

  • pattyanny
    pattyanny Member Posts: 544
    #3
    Skiffin16 said:

    Open Mouth Sleeper...

    LOL, I know there's a joke to be had there...

    Hey Patty girl... Shelley has TMJ issues.., shoot her a FB message and maybe she can give you some suggestions on what has and hasn't worked with her.

    I'm sure that contract on the ex is up for renewal...

    John

    Huh?

    It tjink it is stress.

     

  • CivilMatt
    CivilMatt Member Posts: 4,724 Member
    #4
    jaw problem

    Patty,

    It sounds like you got a few stressors (which I am sorry about) but it is your good sleeping, open mouth breathing I am interested in.  I’ve got my pillow cases on constant rotation from all the good sleep, open mouth breathing, slobbering (those darn Xylimelts).

    Really you don’t read like a clencher, but certainly stress is often the main culprit.  Here’s hoping for a Christmas miracle for you.

    Matt

  • jim and i
    jim and i Member Posts: 1,788 Member
    #5
    Well stress is probably the

    Well stress is probably the main cause. However Jim does that clenching too. Outwardly he seems calm. He also has teeth issues so that may cause it as well. Does your state not make them pay through the courts? Here in Florida they do. If they don't pay they garnish their wages.

    Praying all works out and that those children contact you for Christmas.

    Debbie

  • ratface
    ratface Member Posts: 1,337 Member
    #6
    just saying hello

    Hi Patty just wanted to say hello and glad to see you posting. We are both looking for that 5 yr. 2014, I think John is also.  hang in there girl!!!

  • pattyanny
    pattyanny Member Posts: 544
    #7
    Skiffin16 said:

    Open Mouth Sleeper...

    LOL, I know there's a joke to be had there...

    Hey Patty girl... Shelley has TMJ issues.., shoot her a FB message and maybe she can give you some suggestions on what has and hasn't worked with her.

    I'm sure that contract on the ex is up for renewal...

    John

    Ha ha ha!

    Thanks for not making a joke on that one, as I left myself wide open for you humor! Uh oh! Think I have done it again! Lol! Yes, I think the Ex needs to be put down. Thinking he is doing this so I will contact him. Not going to happen. I will pursue it through the Court support system. Thanks John. Cool

     

  • pattyanny
    pattyanny Member Posts: 544
    #8
    CivilMatt said:

    jaw problem

    Patty,

    It sounds like you got a few stressors (which I am sorry about) but it is your good sleeping, open mouth breathing I am interested in.  I’ve got my pillow cases on constant rotation from all the good sleep, open mouth breathing, slobbering (those darn Xylimelts).

    Really you don’t read like a clencher, but certainly stress is often the main culprit.  Here’s hoping for a Christmas miracle for you.

    Matt

    Yes Matt! Pillow case

    Yes Matt! Pillow case rotation! Lol! I am sure this is just another bump in the road. We have overcome worse situations. Thanks Matt! Wishing you a Merry Christmas! 

  • pattyanny
    pattyanny Member Posts: 544
    #9
    jim and i said:

    Well stress is probably the

    Well stress is probably the main cause. However Jim does that clenching too. Outwardly he seems calm. He also has teeth issues so that may cause it as well. Does your state not make them pay through the courts? Here in Florida they do. If they don't pay they garnish their wages.

    Praying all works out and that those children contact you for Christmas.

    Debbie

    Hi Debbie

    Thank you for your reply. Yes, I had his wages garnished, but he quit/lost his job, so that ended, and so did my insurance. What a gem I married! Ha ha ha!  I am praying they contact me, because everytime I made plans with my daughter, she would cancel at the last minute. I could not handle the disappointment anymore. I am praying also, as God has always answered my prayers. God bless you both! 

  • pattyanny
    pattyanny Member Posts: 544
    #10
    ratface said:

    just saying hello

    Hi Patty just wanted to say hello and glad to see you posting. We are both looking for that 5 yr. 2014, I think John is also.  hang in there girl!!!

    Looking Good!

    Good to hear from you, and love your picture! Yes - the 5 year mark will be happy dances all around!!! I know 2014 will be a great year! I am doing well, but still trying to put the pounds back on! At least I am going up on the scale! Yay! Hope all is going well with you, and wishing you a Merry Christmas!  Love & Prayers! 

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