Temporomandibular disorder-induced pain likely to worsen in late menopause transition

The loss of estrogen during the menopause transition can cause a number of physical changes and health concerns—from thinning hair and atrophied vaginal mucous membranes to hot flashes and increased risk for osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. A new study suggests that it may also increase jaw pain resulting from temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Study results are published online today in Menopause.

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