Trigeminal neuralgia (TN), also known as TIC DOLOUREUX is a chronic painful condition that affects the area of the face supplied by the trigeminal nerve. There are two types of TN The typical or "classic" form of the disorder (called "Type 1" or TN1) causes extreme, sporadic, sudden burning or shock-like facial pain that lasts anywhere from a few seconds to as long as two minutes per episode. These attacks can occur in quick succession, in volleys lasting as long as two hours.
The “atypical” form of the disorder (called "Type 2" or TN2), is characterized by constant aching, burning, stabbing pain of somewhat lower in intensity than Type 1. Both forms of pain may occur in the same person, sometimes at the same time. The Trigeminal nerve has three branches that conduct sensations from the upper, middle, and lower portions of the face, as well as the oral cavity, to the brain The…
