Neuropathic Pain Flashcards
1
Q
what is compression neuropathy
A
Tumour pressing on nerve
2
Q
whats the treatment for compression neuropathy
A
corticosteriods (anti-inflam)
3
Q
describe what is trigeminal neuralgia
A
sudden and severe facial pain described as electric shock to jaw, teeth, gums, occurs in short unpredictable attacks
4
Q
treatment for trigeminal neuralgia
A
- possible surgery
- carbamazepine (monitor FBC as blood dyscrasias) or
- phenytoin
5
Q
cause of trigeminal neuralgia
A
nearby blood vessel pressing on trigminal nerve
6
Q
what are the common options for neuropathic pain
A
TCA: amitriptyline, nortriptyline (better tolerated), antiepileptics: gabapentin, pregabalin (CD3- no safe custody)
7
Q
what are the combination of drug used in NP?
A
amitriptyline and pregabalin can be given together
