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Indian Journal of Trauma and Emergency Pediatrics 15(1):p 25-27, January – March 2023. | DOI: 10.21088/ijtep.2348.9987.15123.3
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Trigeminal Neuralgia (Tic Douloureux): A Systematic Review
S.P. Subashini null, Simrat Kaur, Devendra null
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Indian Journal of Trauma and Emergency Pediatrics 15(1):p 25-27, January – March 2023. | DOI: 10.21088/ijtep.2348.9987.15123.3
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Kaur S, Subashini SP, Devendra. Trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux): a systematic review. Indian J Trauma Emerg Pediatr. 2023;15(1):25–7.Timeline
Received : February 02, 2023
Accepted : March 08, 2023
Published : April 30, 2023
Abstract
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN), also known as tic douloureux, is sometimes described as the most excruciating pain known to humanity. The pain typically involves the lower face and jaw, although sometimes it affects the area around the nose and above the eye. This intense, stabbing, electric shock-like pain is caused by irritation of the trigeminal nerve, which sends branches to the forehead, cheek, and lower jaw. It usually is limited to one side of the face. The pain can be triggered by an action as routine and minor as brushing your teeth, eating or the wind. Attacks may begin mild and short, but if left untreated, trigeminal neuralgia can progressively worsen. Although trigeminal neuralgia cannot always be cured, there are treatments available to alleviate the debilitating pain. Normally, anticonvulsive medications are the first treatment choice. Surgery can be an effective option for those who become unresponsive to medications or for those who suffer serious side effects from the medications.
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Kaur S, Subashini SP, Devendra. Trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux): a systematic review. Indian J Trauma Emerg Pediatr. 2023;15(1):25–7.
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| February 02, 2023 | March 08, 2023 | April 30, 2023 |
DOI: 10.21088/ijtep.2348.9987.15123.3
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| Received | February 02, 2023 |
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