Trigeminal neuralgia Flashcards
1
Q
What is trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Unilateral pain in at least 1 of the trigeminal branches
2
Q
What are risk factors for trigeminal neuralgia?
A
MS (20 times more likely!)
Age
Female
3
Q
What can trigger trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Eating, shaving, talking, brushing teeth
4
Q
What kind of pain is trigeminal neuralgia and how long does it last?
A
Electric shock pain
Lasts from seconds to 2 minutes
5
Q
How do you diagnose trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Clinical, 3 or more attacks with symptoms
6
Q
What treatment is given for trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Carbamazepine (anticonvulsant)
Surgical options possible where symptoms persist
7
Q
What are the 3 branches of the trigeminal nerve?
A
Ophthalmic (V1)
Maxillary (V2)
Mandibular (V3)
