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Synonyms
Trigeminal neuralgia is sudden, severe facial pain. It'soften described as a sharp shooting pain or like having an electric shock in the jaw, teeth or gums.
Articles for Trigeminal neuralgia
Causes
Read about the causes of trigeminal neuralgia. In most cases it's thought to be caused by compression of the trigeminal nerve or an underlying condition that affects this nerve.
Diagnosis
Find out how trigeminal neuralgia is diagnosed. As the pain is often felt in the jaw, teeth or gums, many people often visit their dentist initially, rather than their GP.
Introduction
Find out about trigeminal neuralgia, which is sudden, severe facial pain, often described as sharp, shooting or like an electric shock.
Symptoms
The main symptom of trigeminal neuralgia is sudden attacks of severe, sharp and shooting facial pain that last from a few seconds to about two minutes.
Treatment
Read about the treatments available for trigeminal neuralgia. A number of medications or surgical procedures can be used to provide pain relief. Avoiding triggers can also help.
