Trigeminal neuralgia Flashcards

1
Q

Aetiologies?

A

TumourInfectionTraumaInfarction MS

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Pathology?

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Demyelination or compression from adjacent structures of trigeminal nerve

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3
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Signs and Symptoms?

A

Unilateral sharp, severe bursts of pain in face after a certain trigger

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4
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Investigations?

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History and examination

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5
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Management?

A

Carbemazepine Analgesics don’t work

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