What is eagle syndrome?

Classic eagle syndrome is present on only one side, however, rarely, it may be present on both sides. In vascular Eagle syndrome, the elongated styloid process comes in contact with the internal carotid artery below the skull. read more

Eagle syndrome is characterized by recurrent pain in the middle part of the throat (oropharynx) and face."Classic Eagle syndrome" is typically seen in patients after throat trauma or tonsillectomy. Symptoms include dull and persistent throat pain that may radiate to the ear and worsen with rotation of the head. read more

Eagle syndrome is concerned with the temporal styloid process, a thin bone which protrudes downward and outwards from the base of the temporal bone in the skull, close to the ear. The temporal styloid process articulates with several muscles and nerves that help control the tongue and larynx. read more

Eagle syndrome is caused by either an unusually long styloid process or a calcified stylohyoid ligament. Doctors aren’t sure about what causes either one of these. While it can affect people of both genders and all ages, it’s more common in women between the ages of 40 and 60. read more

Eagle syndrome is characterized by recurrent pain in the middle part of the throat (oropharynx) and face. "Classic Eagle syndrome" is typically seen in patients after throat trauma or tonsillectomy. Symptoms include dull and persistent throat pain that may radiate to the ear and worsen with rotation of the head. read more