My mother (91 yrs old) has bone loss, and her doctor recommended she receive Reclast. Since then, shehas been having sharp pains in her jaws, and some swelling. I took her to the emergency room, and thedoctor, as well as her doctor, assures me that this has nothing to do with the drug. I dont believe that istrue. Does the pain and swelling mean that the drug is damaging her jaw bones? If so, is there a remedy?
Hi. Thanks for the query. Well, sharp pain and swelling in jaws can be due to Recast infusion as it is a bisphosphonate and in case if there is any dental infection present it can get severely aggravated leading to Osteoporosis of the jaw. At times jaw pain can be a side effect of Recast. So my suggestion is to immediately consult an Oral Surgeon and get her evaluated and a thorough clinical examination, palpation of her jaws and necessary x-rays like Panoramic x-ray will help in ruling out the cause and treatment can be done accordingly. As of now do cool compresses over the jaws and take a soft diet. Take any painkiller only after consulting her physician. Hope this helps. Regards.