Trigeminal Neuralgia Flashcards
1
Q
What is trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Facial pain in >/= 1 divison of the trigeminal nerve
2
Q
What is the pathophysiology of trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Focal demyelination of trigeminal nerve
3
Q
What are the risk factors for developing trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Increasing age
MS
Female
Hypertension
4
Q
What are the symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Sharp stabbing pain lasting up to 2 minutes
5
Q
How is the diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia made?
A
Clinical diagnosis
6
Q
How is trigeminal neuralgia managed?
A
Anti-convulsant
- carbamazepine
