Authors: Ali Al-Awad, Maher Al-Assaf, Sami Ibrahim.
Eagle syndrome occur due to calcification of the stylohyoid ligament or elongation of styloid process, which then produce a pain in the jaw, back of throat, base of the tongue, ears, neck and face as well as difficulty swallowing and sensation of having a foreign object in the throat. Classic eagle syndrome is present on only one side; however, it may be present on both sides.
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