UNDERSTANDING THE CONDITION
Trigeminal neuralgia
Trigeminal neuralgia causes episodes of facial pain associated with the trigeminal nerve. Dental and other facial conditions can cause similar pain.
NEUROLOGY · CONSULTATION GUIDE
Trigeminal neuralgia
Prepare for a conversation with Dr Anup Bende at Shriji Polyclinic.
Symptoms to discuss
Brief, severe, shock-like pain usually affects one side of the face. Touch, chewing or brushing teeth may trigger attacks.
How assessment works
Assessment reviews the pain pattern and examines the face. Brain imaging may help investigate an underlying cause.
Treatment approaches
Specific medicines may reduce attacks. Persistent symptoms or medicine intolerance can lead to specialist discussion of other options.
Prepare for your review
Bring previous prescriptions, investigation reports and your current medication list. Write down when symptoms began and how they affect your daily life. Ask which changes to monitor and when to return for review.
When to seek prompt help
Arrange assessment for recurring severe facial pain. New weakness or other sudden neurological symptoms need urgent attention.
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Start with your concerns.
Your symptoms, daily activities and previous care.
Your consultation may include a discussion of symptoms, medical history, examination and review of existing records. Further investigations and the care plan depend on the findings; this page does not provide an individual diagnosis or treatment recommendation.
What to bring
- Relevant previous reports and a note of your symptoms and how they have changed.
- Current prescriptions and a list of medicines you take.
- Relevant reports and the questions you would like answered.
Arrange your visit
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