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Eagle syndrome (also termed stylohyoid syndrome, [1] styloid syndrome, [2] stylalgia, [3] styloid-stylohyoid syndrome, [2] or styloid–carotid artery syndrome) [4] is an uncommon condition commonly characterized but not limited to sudden, sharp nerve-like pain in the jaw bone and joint, back of the throat, and base of the tongue, triggered by swallowing, moving the jaw, or turning the neck. [1]
Parotitis presents as swelling at the angle of the jaw. Bacterial parotitis presents as a unilateral swelling, where the gland is swollen and tender and usually produces pus at the Stensen's duct. This pus is usually sampled and the bacteria within are identified. Common causative bacteria are Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes and E ...
Eventually, subperiosteal bone formation may give a firm swelling. Trismus (difficulty opening the mouth), which may be present in some cases and is caused by edema in the muscles. Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), which may be present in some cases and is caused by edema in the muscles. Cervical lymphadenitis (swelling of the lymph nodes in ...
Lentigo in cats is a common dermatological condition characterized by the presence of small, flat, brownish spots on the skin — particularly around the lips, nose, and eyelid margins.
Gingival enlargement has a multitude of causes. The most common is chronic inflammatory gingival enlargement, when the gingivae are soft and discolored. This is caused by tissue edema and infective cellular infiltration caused by prolonged exposure to bacterial plaque, and is treated with conventional periodontal treatment, such as scaling and root planing.
4-panel comic of a cat rolling over playfully, then angrily stopping, illustrating cat video humor. Image credits: flooflers We were wondering what initially drew Yan to the world of artistry.
There are four types of permanent dentition teeth that structure the mouth: twelve incisors, four canines, ten premolars and four molars. [1] The premolar and first molar are located on each side of the mouth that together are called the carnassial pair. The carnassial pair specialize in cutting food and are parallel to the jaw. [2]
On Sept. 19, a handsome tuxedo cat named Marley won the Cat of the Year award. The feline resides in a safe house and provides comfort to the trafficked, enslaved, and exploited women who seek ...