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The masseter muscle can become enlarged in patients who habitually clench or grind (with bruxism) their teeth and even in those who constantly chew gum. This masseteric hypertrophy is asymptomatic and soft; it is usually bilateral but can be unilateral. Even if the hypertrophy is bilateral, asymmetry of the face may still occur due to unequal ...
Myotonia congenita is a congenital neuromuscular channelopathy that affects skeletal muscles (muscles used for movement). It is a genetic disorder.The hallmark of the disease is the failure of initiated contraction to terminate, often referred to as delayed relaxation of the muscles and rigidity. [1]
(Latin for true muscle hypertrophy) Calf muscle /masseter muscle [111] [112] Variable. Typically adult-onset (early 20s) Calf muscle hypertrophy, there may also be hypertrophy of masseter muscles (used for chewing food). Biopsy of affected muscles shows hypertrophy of muscle fibres with occasional central migration of sarcolemmal nuclei.
The signs and symptoms of a submasseteric abscess may include marked trismus (i.e. difficulty opening the mouth, since the masseter elevates the mandible and it becomes restricted) and swelling in the region of the masseter muscle. [1] The treatment of a submasseteric space infection is usually by surgical incision and drainage, and the ...
The efficacy of these treatments is limited once gynecomastia has occurred and are therefore most effective when used prophylactically. [66] In the United States, many insurance companies deny coverage for surgery for gynecomastia treatment or male breast reduction on the basis that it is a cosmetic procedure. [67] [68] [69] [70]
Signs and symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder vary in their presentation. The symptoms will usually involve more than one of the various components of the masticatory system, muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, bones, connective tissue, or the teeth. [23] The three classically described, cardinal signs and symptoms of TMD are: [11] [24]
Otherwise treatments may include paracetamol or NSAIDs. [1] A well fitting bra may also help. [3] In those with severe pain tamoxifen or danazol may be used. [1] About 70% of women have breast pain at some point in time. [2] Breast pain is one of the most common breast symptoms, along with breast masses and nipple discharge. [1]
For children with HCM, treatment strategies aim to reduce disease symptoms and lower the risk of sudden death. [70] Due to the heterogeneity of the disease, treatment is usually modified according to individual's needs. [70] β-blockers improve left ventricular filling and relaxation and thereby lessen symptoms.