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Trigeminal Neuralgia : Causes

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Trigeminal neuralgia causes severe, short-lasting(only a few seconds) facial pain on the side of the affected nerve. The condition usually affects older adults.Often, no cause can be found.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 13, 2008
Many physicians assume that compression of the trigeminal nerve near the spinal cord by an enlarged loop of the carotid artery or a nearby vein triggers this flood of impulses. Compression is thought to cause trigeminal neuralgia when it occurs at...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
Some doctors believe the pain may be triggered by pressure from a nearby abnormally-formed artery lying too close to the nerve.Any part of the three branches of the trigeminal nerve may be affected. Neuralgia of the first branch leads to pain arou...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Stingers occur when the shoulder and head go in opposite directions, the head is moved quickly to one side, or the area above the collarbone is hit.
Source:StayWell
Nerve compression is the restriction in the space around a nerve that can occur due to several reasons. Functioning of the nerve is compromised.There are a variety of circumstances that cause nerve compression.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
A pinched nerve is caused by some anatomical structure putting pressure on a nerve and impairing its function. This problem may occur in many different areas of the body.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
A pinched nerve is a general term that describes an injury to a nerve or group of nerves. The damage may include compression, constriction or stretching.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
What is the best type of medical treatment for a pinched nerve in my neck - one that also causes severe headaches?
Source:StayWell
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