Trigeminal Neuralgia

Trigeminal neuralgia is a neuropathic pain condition affecting the trigeminal nerve, which supplies sensation to the face. It is characterized by sudden, severe facial pain often described as sharp, stabbing, or electric shock-like.

Pain episodes typically affect one side of the face and may be triggered by everyday activities such as chewing, speaking, brushing teeth, or even light touch.

Because trigeminal neuralgia involves abnormal nerve signaling, careful evaluation is important to confirm the diagnosis and rule out underlying causes. Management may include medication and targeted nerve blocks in selected cases, depending on symptom severity and response to prior treatment.