Trigeminal neuralgia Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
Unilateral disorder characterised by brief electric shock-like pains, abrupt in onset and termination, limited to one or more divisions of the trigeminal nerve
2
Q
Triggers
A
Shaving
Cold
Talking
Eating
Touching
Smoking
Brushing teeth
3
Q
Red flag
A
<40 years
FHx of MS
Optic neuritis
Deafness or other ear problems
Only ophthalmic division or bilateral
Sensory changes
History of skin or oral lesions that could spread perineurally
4
Q
Treatment
A
Carbamazepine
