Patients with trigeminal neuralgia may visit a neurologist or pain management unit.
Trigeminal neuralgia is a specific type of pain in the area of the trigeminal nerve. It is mainly in the skin of the jaw, teeth, lips, paranasal area, tongue, in front of the ears, and in a few cases in the forehead and nose. It often manifests as a paroxysmal, electric shock-like, severe pain that lasts from a few seconds to a few minutes, with no obvious symptoms in the intervals.
Patients are advised to keep warm during medical visits to prevent pain from being produced by cold and other stimuli. It is necessary to pay attention to the time of symptom onset, the action that triggers the pain, pain sensation, special performance, etc. Tell the doctor about the recent medication and medical history so that the doctor can better diagnose the condition.
It is recommended that patients with trigeminal neuralgia consult a doctor in a timely manner, under the guidance of a professional doctor for treatment, do not blindly self-medication to avoid adverse consequences.