Trigeminal Neuralgia
Trigeminal Neuralgia is a chronic condition caused by a misfiring of the trigeminal nerve. An attack causes brief episodes of extreme, shooting pain.
Symptoms:
- Episodes of sharp, intense, stabbing pain in the cheek or jaw that may feel like an electric shock
- Periods of relief between episodes
- Anxiety from the thought of the pain returning
Treatment Options
- Gasserian ganglion block through the foramen ovale