Trigeminal neuralgia: Treating facial pain

Article Abstract:

The problem of sudden shooting pain in the face is called trigeminal neuralgia, which is a disorder that affects one of the largest nerves in the head, the trigeminal nerve. The pain is triggered when a nearby blood vessel in the base of the brain comes in contact with the trigeminal nerve root, pressuring the main part of the nerve as it enters the brain.

Causes of, Risk factors, Neuralgia, Trigeminal, Trigeminal neuralgia, Trigeminal nerve

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Pain after shingles: finding relief from postherpetic neuralgia

Article Abstract:

Postherpetic neuralgia is a condition following an outbreak of shingles causing severe pain that sometimes lasts for years. Early and aggressive treatment can limit the severity of the condition. Tricyclic antidepressants are among several types of effective medications.

Health aspects, Varivax (Vaccine)

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Pain after shingles: multiple remedies offer different degrees of relief

Article Abstract:

New treatments are available for postherpetic neuralgia, which refers to pain that persists for as long as many years after a case of shingles. The treatment includes the use of oral pain medication, the anti-viral drug Acyclovir and an anti-inflammatory drug.

Drug therapy, Pain, Neuralgia

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