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Lockjaw is one possible effect of the yawning. Patient opens the mouth and is unable to close it. With simple technique you can replace the dislocation of the temporomandibular joint and give instant relief to the patient.
Another cause of lockjaw is tetanus.
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∙ 13y agoThe causative organism is clostridium tetani.
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What is the common name for tetanus?
lockjaw is the same thing***********************
Do ferrets have a lockjaw?
No ferrets do not have lockjaw. Lockjaw refers to tetanus, an infectious disease of the central nervous system
Where can one go for lockjaw surgery?
Lockjaw happens when the temporomandibular joint gets stuck in a forward position and one is unable to open the jaw. Lockjaw surgery is performed by an oral surgeon and typically is done in a hospital. Lockjaw surgery typically requires hospitalization overnight and then limits to heavy lifting, contact sports involvement and diet for up to three months.
What is another word for lockjaw?
Another word for lockjaw is tetanus
When was Lockjaw - comics - created?
Lockjaw - comics - was created in 1965.
What is a lockjaw germ?
a lockjaw germ is a big infection that will spred if not cured
Could rabies shots taken by humans cause lockjaw?
No. It does not cause lockjaw.
Why is tetanus called lockjaw?
Lockjaw is another name for tetanus. They refer to the same disease.
Is tetanus and lockjaw caused by bacteria?
Clostridium tetani is the bacterium that causes tetanus and lockjaw.
What is tetanophobia?
Lockjaw
What phobia is the fear of tetanus or lockjaw?
== == Tetanophobia is the name of the phobia related to the fear of tetanus or lockjaw
Does lockjaw have a gestation period?
The bacteria Clostridium tetani (lockjaw) has a gestation period of 10 days.
