Trigeminal Neuralgia Flashcards
1
Q
What is trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a facial pain syndrome in the distribution of ≥1 divisions of the trigeminal nerve.
2
Q
What are the risk factors of trigeminal neuralgia?
A
> Increased age
MS
Female
HTN
3
Q
What are the signs and symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia?
A
> Face pain
> Prior oropharyngeal or facial trauma
4
Q
What is the epidemiology of trigeminal neuralgia?
A
The incidence of trigeminal neuralgia is generally thought to be from 4 to 13 per 100,000 based on US and UK population studies.
5
Q
What investigations would you do for trigeminal neuralgia?
A
None that are diagnostic
Intra oral X ray or MRI to rule out other causes
