Trigeminal Neuralgia Flashcards
1
Q
Aetiologies?
A
Tumour Infection Trauma Infarction MS
2
Q
Pathology?
A
Demyelination or compression from adjacent structures of trigeminal nerve
3
Q
Signs and Symptoms?
A
Unilateral sharp, severe bursts of pain in face after a certain trigger
4
Q
Investigations?
A
History and examination
5
Q
Management?
A
Carbemazepine
Analgesics don’t work
