It is absolutely possible for eyes to change at different rates when it comes to needing glasses for correction. During a standard eye test when I was in the third grade (50 years ago!), I was found...
My initial symptom was ear pain. I was getting recurrent earaches. My general doctor treated me for ear infections, but the pain kept coming back. No, it was not constant. He finally sent me to an...
Have you been evaluated for temporomandibular joint (TMJ - jaw joint) disorder? Tmj problems can cause soreness in the face, head, and neck. Because jaw joint is right in front of the ears, the pain...
I live in Oregon. My prescriptions are done by electronic signature and go directly to the pharmacy electronically. The system is set up with a fingerprint reader, so my doctor has to put her finger...
Yes, facial tension can absolutely cause the eye and lip to twitch. It's happened for me many many times. It's annoying, isn't it?! But not serious or cause for concern. It will stop when the muscles...
Hi, Tia, The symptoms you describe are classic symptoms of tension in the facial muscles. I have been dealing with a severe TMJ (temporomandibular – jaw joint) disorder for all of my adult life (I'm...
There is a type of ergonomic keyboard that is actually separated into two halves connected by a wire. They are made by a company called Kinesis Computer Ergonomics, and the keyboard is called...
It is wonderful that you have found that medication may help your headaches, but there may be more that you can do to find relief. Stress causes us to tighten our muscles. Tight muscles can develop...
Yes, absolutely your symptoms can be relieved! The night guard is the first step. You will get the most relief by learning some self-care skills as well. Everyone experiences pain differently. What...
My TMJ story is long. Here's the short version: in my early twenties (I am now 60), I was having what I thought was recurrent ear aches. Turned out to be jaw joint pain. I also had popping of my jaw...
As someone who has dealt with severe TMJ and jaw issues for 30 years, I can assure you that it is to be expected that your dental guard will need some adjustment to make it comfortable and make it...
If it is the insurance company wanting you to try Xtamptza er, it may be that they have an agreement with the pharmaceutical company that reduces the cost to them, even though it does not reduce the...
There are many rituals and ceremonies in many cultures for clearing bad energy and blessing a space. Maybe performing such a ceremony, or finding someone to do it with you, would change the energy...
Actually, Obamacare has made health insurance much easier to get for people who need to buy individual health insurance, like me. No one can be denied coverage for a pre-existing condition. If she...
Hi, nutmeg, The FODMAP diet is a diet that eliminates certain types of carbohydrates and sugars. It is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome. You can easily find lots of good info on it by googling...