Isolated Fifth Nerve Palsy Flashcards
1
Q
Aetiologies?
A
Trauma
Infection
Tumour
Infarction
2
Q
Pathology?
A
Compression/section of trigeminal nerve or its branches
3
Q
Signs and Symptoms?
A
Sensory loss in one or more of the six areas in the face
Trouble chewing if UMN
LMN causes flaccid paralysis of the affected side of the jaw –> deviation
4
Q
Investigations?
A
Examination