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Trigeminal Neuralgia Definition
Common names:
  • Fifth Cranial Nerve Neuritis
  • Tic Douloureux
  • Trigeminal Nerve Pain
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Trigeminal Pain
A person with trigeminal neuralgia has episodes of severe pain in the face, due to inflammation of the trigeminal nerve. The trigeminal nerve supplies sensation to the cheek, forehead, and the area around the mouth.Images

Trigeminal neuralgia is rare before the age of 40.

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Last Updated: Sep 8, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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