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Lockjaw (Tetanus or Trismus): When the Jaw Refuses to Open — Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Lockjaw (Tetanus or Trismus): When the Jaw Refuses to Open — Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Have you ever heard of a condition where a person cannot open their mouth properly — as if their jaw is “locked”? This is known as lockjaw, medically called trismus. While many associate it with...

October 18, 2025 7:14 pm