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MASSETER MUSCLE SPASM

\mˈasɛtə mˈʌsə͡l spˈazəm], \mˈasɛtə mˈʌsə‍l spˈazəm], \m_ˈa_s_ɛ_t_ə m_ˈʌ_s_əl s_p_ˈa_z_ə_m]\

Definitions of MASSETER MUSCLE SPASM

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Spasmodic contraction of the masseter muscle resulting in forceful jaw closure. This may be seen with a variety of diseases, including TETANUS, as a complication of radiation therapy, trauma, or in association with neoplastic conditions.

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