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2. Trigeminal neuralgia - Wikipedia

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   Trigeminal neuralgia. This disorder is characterized by episodes of severe facial pain along the trigeminal nerve divisions. The trigeminal nerve is a paired cranial nerve that has three major branches: the ophthalmic nerve (V 1), the maxillary nerve (V 2), and the mandibular nerve (V 3). One, two, or all three branches of the nerve may be ...

3. Microvascular decompression - Wikipedia

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   Microvascular decompression (MVD), also known as the Jannetta procedure, [1] is a neurosurgical procedure used to treat trigeminal neuralgia (along with other cranial nerve neuralgias), a pain syndrome characterized by severe episodes of intense facial pain, and hemifacial spasm.

4. Atypical trigeminal neuralgia - Wikipedia

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   The trigeminal nerve.. ATN is usually attributed to inflammation or demyelination, with increased sensitivity of the trigeminal nerve.These effects are believed to be caused by infection, demyelinating diseases, or compression of the trigeminal nerve (by an impinging vein or artery, a tumor, dental trauma, accidents, or arteriovenous malformation) and are often confused with dental problems.

5. Do you have a sinus headache or migraine attack? Here's how ...

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   That nerve, the trigeminal nerve, has three branches, Singh says, each of which serves one of those areas. The issue is that activation of the nerve in one area may send the sensation of pain and ...

6. John McLellan Tew - Wikipedia

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   His dozens of published journal articles [8] explored research in the treatment of brain tumors, cerebral aneurysms, [9] image-guided surgery and trigeminal neuralgia. In 1986 Tew became the first U.S. surgeon to test laser surgery, [ 10 ] developed in Europe for the treatment of some brain tumors, for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

7. The 6 most common headache types — and when to see a doctor

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   Certain types of headaches may be a sign of a more serious condition, such as a brain tumor or aneurysm, especially if the pain is sudden or severe, according to Cohen. "This highlights the ...