Trigeminal Neuralgia Learning Center
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Trigeminal neuralgia is an extremely painful inflammation of the largest nerve in the skull (trigeminal nerve). |
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Symptoms
Very painful, sharp electric-like spasms that last a few seconds or minutes; Pain is usually only on one side of the ...
Causes
Trigeminal neuralgia causes severe, short-lasting (only a few seconds) facial pain on the side of the affected nerve....
Treatments
Certain medicines can help reduce pain and the rate of attacks. These may include: Anti-epilepsy drugs (carbamazepine...
Complications
Trigeminal neuralgia is not life threatening. It tends, however, to worsen with time, and many patients who initially...
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