Trigeminal neuralgia

Trigeminal neuralgia (trigeminal nerve) is a chronic disease characterized by pain along the affected nerve. It develops as a result of compression or irritation of the trigeminal canal in the bones of the skull or in the soft tissues of the face - all factors lead to traumatization of various branches of the nerve canal, which leads to their inflammation - neuritis. Treatment includes selection of medications and physical therapy.

Trigeminal neuralgia

This is one of the most common pain syndromes in the world. About 2% of people talk about it—that’s every 50th person. It is more common among women in the older age group, often after 60 years. In 80% of cases this is a two-way process - but it can also be one-sided