Your Nerve Pain Relief Is Our Priority
When simple actions like eating, smiling or brushing your teeth are painful, staying cheerful can be challenging. If you’re experiencing intense bouts of pain in your face, eyes, lips or jaw, you may have trigeminal neuralgia. If not properly treated, this chronic condition can become progressively worse. Our neurology experts at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth can help you manage this condition.
We begin with thorough testing to diagnose trigeminal neuralgia. There are numerous causes for trigeminal neuralgia, including aging, genetic predisposition or multiple sclerosis. It’s most commonly caused by blood vessels or tumors pressing against your trigeminal nerve.
Using the latest research and advanced techniques, your compassionate team will determine the cause of your pain and design a personalized treatment plan to manage it.
We’re here to help you find the right neurologist or a location that’s convenient for you.
Trusted, Expert Care for Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment Begins With a Clear Diagnosis
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Severe facial pain is often attributed to a dental issue, facial shingles or a condition like temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). When it comes to feeling pain in your face, misdiagnosis is common.
Because your pain may have been written off as being part of a different issue, trigeminal neuralgia pain requires a thorough and accurate diagnosis. You can depend on us to give you clarity, confidence and the care you need.
Our neurologists will start by learning about your medical and family history and any past issues or surgical injuries. They'll conduct a neurological exam to ensure your nervous system works as it should. To better look at your trigeminal nerve and determine what's affecting it, we may also recommend imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). We'll be by your side at every step, providing comfort and support as we discover the cause of your facial pain.
- Understanding Trigeminal Neuralgia
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When you're hurting, you have one goal: find relief from your nerve pain. And that's our goal, too. It starts with understanding what you're facing and learning how to deal with it. Our expert neurology team at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth will explain how your condition affects your body and help you find the right trigeminal neuralgia treatment.
Typical or "classic" trigeminal neuralgia commonly consists of sudden, extreme and sporadic bursts of facial pain that last anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes. These bouts can occur during everyday activities like eating, shaving or applying makeup.
Atypical trigeminal neuralgia is often characterized by a less intense but more consistent burning, stabbing or aching sensation.
No matter your symptoms, our team will care for your needs and help you find relief.
- Comprehensive Care Delivered by Experts
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You don't have to just endure nerve pain. We're here to help you discover the right trigeminal neuralgia treatment. We'll design a personalized care plan to help you reclaim physical peace and pain relief.
Your trigeminal neuralgia diagnosis will help determine the right treatment options for you and may consist of one specific approach or a combination. Rely on us for compassionate care and a helping hand.
Nerve Pain Relief to Get Back to Life
When managing your nerve pain, you’ve got this because you’ve got us. Get the expert care and support you need and reclaim your life.
A Connected Network of Whole-Person Care
Your brain and body are a connected system, and so are we. With a multidisciplinary approach to care, we reach across specialties to give you the support you need for trigeminal neuralgia. You can count on us to listen to you, respect your time, compare notes and make treatment decisions that meet your personal needs and goals. No matter what’s on your chart or your mind, we’re here for you at every step.