Trigeminal Neuralgia Flashcards
1
Q
What is trigeminal neuralgia?
A
A pain syndrome characterized by severe unilateral pain
2
Q
How does trigeminal neuralgia present?
A
- brief electric shock-like pains
- Pain often exacerbated by light touch, including washing, shaving, smoking, talking, and brushing the teeth
3
Q
How is trigeminal neuralgia managed?
A
- Carbamazepine
- If not helping, refer to neurology
