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Lockjaw: Symptom Causes
Lockjaw: Lockjaw is listed as an alternate name or description for symptom Trismus.
Causes of Trismus (Lockjaw): See detailed list of causes below.
Medical Book Extracts related to Trismus (Lockjaw): Refer to the full text book sections about Trismus below.
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Trismus (medical symptom): Inability to open the jaw.
Causes of Trismus (Lockjaw)
The list of causes of Trismus (Lockjaw) includes:
» See full list of 23 causes of Trismus
Disease Database also lists the following causes for Trismus (Lockjaw):
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causes of Trismus (Lockjaw)
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More Symptom Information for Lockjaw
For a medical symptom description of 'Lockjaw', the following symptom information may be relevant to the symptoms: Trismus (symptom). However, note that other causes of the symptom 'Lockjaw' may be possible.
More information on symptom: Trismus:
Lockjaw: Lockjaw is listed as an alternate name or description for Tetanus. For a medical symptom description of 'Lockjaw', the following disease information may be relevant to the symptoms: Tetanus (disease information). However, numerous other possible causes of the symptom may be possible.
Lockjaw (medical condition): A disease caused by chemicals which are produced by a bacterium (clostridium tetani) and are toxic to the nerves. The infection usually occurs when the bacteria enter the body through a deep wound - these bacteria are anaerobic and hence don't need oxygen to survive.
Lockjaw: Tetanus (sometimes called lockjaw) is caused by the toxin (poison) of a bacterium. The bacteria can enter the body through a tiny pinprick or scratch but prefer deep puncture wounds or cuts like those made by nails or knives. Tetanus bacteria commonly are found in soil, dust, and manure. (Source: excerpt from Shots for Safety - Age Page - Health Information: NIA)
More information on medical condition: Tetanus:
- Introduction: Tetanus
- Basic Summary for Tetanus
- Types of Tetanus
- Medication Causes of Tetanus
- Risk Factors for Tetanus
- Symptoms of Tetanus
- Complications of Tetanus
- Misdiagnosis of Tetanus
- Treatments for Tetanus
- Prevention of Tetanus
Medical Textbook Extracts for Lockjaw
Free access to the full text of published medical book extracts about the causes and diagnosis of Trismus from the following published medical books is available for more detailed information that is related to Lockjaw.
JAW PAIN
(Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs)
... Are there abnormalities on examination of the teeth or gums? A thorough examination of the teeth and gums may disclose dental caries, gingivitis, oral tumors, or alveolar abscess. ... DIAGNOSTIC WORKUP ... READ FULL TEXT »
TRISMUS
(Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs)
... True trismus or lockjaw is found in tetanus, rabies, and trichinosis. In strychnine poisoning, it is a late development, as the twitchings and convulsions are well established before it appears. Intermittent ... READ FULL TEXT »
Jaw Pain/Swelling
(In a Page: Signs and Symptoms)
... Jaw pain is a common presenting or incidental complaint; its etiology is often identified by a careful history and physical examination. In many cases, consultation with a dentist will aid in the diagnosis and treatment. In older patients (... Differential Diagnosis ... Workup and Diagnosis ... Treatment ... READ FULL TEXT »
Jaw pain
(Handbook of Signs & Symptoms (Third Edition))
... Jaw pain may arise from either of the two bones that hold the teeth in the jaw — the maxilla (upper jaw) and the mandible (lower jaw). Jaw pain also includes pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), where the mandible meets... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... READ FULL TEXT »
Abdominal rigidity [Abdominal muscle spasm, involuntary guarding]
(Handbook of Signs & Symptoms (Third Edition))
... Detected by palpation, abdominal rigidity refers to abnormal muscle tension or inflexibility of the abdomen. Rigidity may be voluntary or involuntary. Voluntary rigidity reflects... Emergency interventions ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Special considerations ... Pictures ... READ FULL TEXT »
Muscle spasms [Muscle cramps]
(Handbook of Signs & Symptoms (Third Edition))
... Muscle spasms are strong, painful contractions. They can occur in virtually any muscle, but are most common in the calf and foot. Muscle spasms typically occur from simple muscle fatigue, after exercise, and during... Emergency Interventions ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... READ FULL TEXT »
Jaw pain
(Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition))
... Jaw pain may arise from either of the two bones that hold the teeth in the jaw—the maxilla (upper jaw) and the mandible (lower jaw). Jaw pain also includes pain in the... Emergency Interventions ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... READ FULL TEXT »
Trismus
(Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition))
... Commonly known as “lockjaw,” trismus is a prolonged and painful tonic spasm of the masticatory jaw muscles. This characteristic early sign of tetanus is produced by the... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures ... READ FULL TEXT »
Abdominal rigidity [Abdominal muscle spasm, involuntary guarding]
(Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition))
... Detected by palpation, abdominal rigidity refers to abnormal muscle tension or inflexibility of the abdomen. Rigidity may be voluntary or involuntary. Voluntary rigidity reflects the patient’s fear or nervousness upon... Emergency interventions ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Pictures ... READ FULL TEXT »
Muscle spasms [Muscle cramps]
(Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition))
... Muscle spasms are strong, painful contractions. They can occur in virtually any muscle but are most common in the calf and foot. Muscle spasms typically occur from simple muscle fatigue, after exercise, and during pregnancy. However, they may... Emergency Interventions ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... READ FULL TEXT »
Jaw pain
(Alarming Signs and Symptoms: Lippincott Manual of Nursing Practice Series)
... Jaw pain may arise from either of the two bones that hold the teeth in the jaw — the maxilla (upper jaw) and the mandible (lower jaw). Jaw pain also includes pain in the... Assessment ... History ... Physical examination ... Pediatric pointers ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching ... READ FULL TEXT »
Muscle spasms
(Alarming Signs and Symptoms: Lippincott Manual of Nursing Practice Series)
... Muscle spasms are strong, painful contractions. They can occur in virtually any muscle but are most common in the calf and foot. Muscle spasms typically occur from simple muscle fatigue, after exercise, and during pregnancy.... Assessment ... History ... Physical examination ... Pediatric pointers ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching ... READ FULL TEXT »
Jaw pain
(Signs & Symptoms: A 2-in-1 Reference for Nurses)
... Jaw pain may arise from either of the two bones that hold the teeth in the jaw — the maxilla (upper jaw) and the mandible (lower jaw). Jaw pain also includes pain in the... Emergency Actions ... History ... Physical assessment ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures ... READ FULL TEXT »
Muscle spasms
(Signs & Symptoms: A 2-in-1 Reference for Nurses)
... Muscle spasms, or muscle cramps, are strong, painful contractions. They can occur in virtually any muscle but are most common in the calf and foot. Muscle spasms typically occur from simple muscle fatigue... Emergency Actions ... History ... Physical assessment ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures ... READ FULL TEXT »
Jaw pain
(Nursing: Interpreting Signs and Symptoms)
... Jaw pain may arise from either of the two bones that hold the teeth in the jaw—the maxilla (upper jaw) and the mandible (lower jaw). Jaw pain also includes pain in the... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching ... READ FULL TEXT »
Abdominal rigidity [Abdominal muscle spasm, involuntary guarding]
(Nursing: Interpreting Signs and Symptoms)
... Detected by palpation, abdominal rigidity refers to abnormal muscle tension or inflexibility of the abdomen. Rigidity may be voluntary or involuntary. Voluntary rigidity reflects the patient's fear or nervousness upon... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching ... Pictures ... READ FULL TEXT »
Muscle spasms [Muscle cramps]
(Nursing: Interpreting Signs and Symptoms)
... Muscle spasms are strong, painful contractions of the muscles. They can occur in virtually any muscle, but are most common in the calf and foot. Muscle spasms typically occur from simple muscle fatigue, after exercise,... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching ... READ FULL TEXT »
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