temporomandibular joint syndrome: Meaning and Definition of

tem'poromandib'ular joint' syn"drome

Pronunciation: [key]
— Pathol. Pathol.
  1. a condition attributed to tension in or faulty articulation of the temporomandibular joint, having a wide range of symptoms that include dizziness, ringing in the ears, and pain in the head, neck, and shoulders. Also called
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