Trigeminal Neuralgia

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Trigeminal Neuralgia

Trigeminal Neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensation from your face to your brain. It causes sudden, severe, electric shock-like facial pain, usually on one side of the face. The pain can be triggered by simple actions like brushing teeth, speaking, or even a light touch.

It’s often caused by pressure on the nerve from a blood vessel, or less commonly by multiple sclerosis or a tumor. Treatment options include medications, nerve blocks, or surgical procedures to relieve nerve compression.

Types of Trigeminal Neuralgia

1. Classical Trigeminal Neuralgia (Type 1) :

Causes sudden, sharp, electric shock-like pain on one side of the face.
Usually caused by blood vessel compression on the trigeminal nerve.

2. Atypical Trigeminal Neuralgia (Type 2) :

Involves a constant dull ache, burning, or stabbing pain, rather than sudden shocks.
Harder to diagnose and may not respond well to typical medications.

3. Secondary Trigeminal Neuralgia:

Caused by an underlying condition like multiple sclerosis, tumors, or facial trauma.
Symptoms can mimic Type 1 or 2 but are linked to a known disease process.

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