I kind of use it like a preventative. it has made a dent in the pain. I still have some pain and certain circumstances, will cause it to flair up badly. But, I appreciate the help...as it is AWFUL pain.
Sounds like you have, for lack of a better word, "traditional" TN, sometimes called TN 1. I have atypical TN or TN2. My pain was constant....24/7. Horrible, boring, deep and relentless. I spent days screaming for hours. Others have more electrical and deep pain for short periods of time. I'm not sure if the cream would work for you....but it might! I also take a tricyclic pill daily, plus the cream. On the good side (for you), I understand TN1 is more responsive to surgery than TN2. Hang in there....I know it is VERY rough!