Thread: Possible Diagnosis of Trigeminal Neuralgia - Under 50
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Old 08-24-2015, 12:55 PM
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Hi Tasha,

First of all, calm down, your research has clearly worried you and I am happy to say it is inaccurate. Here:

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Trigemi...es/Causes.aspx

You will find that the most common cause by far is an artery or vein pressing on the Trigeminal Nerve. I happen to have an arterial knot around mine causing all my problems.

MRIs are a painless diagnostic tool which are not Radiological. Unfortunately, it is common for the MRI to show nothing, you need to be under the care of a Neurologist for all this. S/he will be able to dx you from your symptoms, order an MRI and offer the proper medication.

I hope this has alleviated your worries somewhat, if you have any other questions I am always about.

Btw, I was 37 when my pains started, I know of children being stricken.

Dave.
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