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Flashcards in Trigeminal Neuralgia Deck (5)
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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