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| name = Neuralgia | |||
| image = [[File:Trigeminal_Neuralgia.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Illustration of [[Trigeminal Neuralgia]] | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Severe, sharp pain along a [[nerve]] | |||
| complications = [[Depression (mood)|Depression]], [[anxiety]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Episodic | |||
| causes = [[Nerve damage]], [[infection]], [[multiple sclerosis]] | |||
| risks = [[Ageing]], [[diabetes]], [[shingles]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[MRI]] | |||
| differential = [[Migraine]], [[dental pain]], [[temporal arteritis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Medication]], [[surgery]], [[nerve block]] | |||
| medication = [[Anticonvulsants]], [[antidepressants]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Neuralgia''' is a medical condition characterized by severe, typically intermittent pain along the course of a nerve, especially in the head or face. The condition is often associated with a change in neurological function. | '''Neuralgia''' is a medical condition characterized by severe, typically intermittent pain along the course of a nerve, especially in the head or face. The condition is often associated with a change in neurological function. | ||
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== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Neuralgia can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[infections]], such as [[shingles]], [[diabetes]], [[multiple sclerosis]], and certain [[tumors]]. It can also be triggered by pressure on nerves from bones, blood vessels, or tumors. | Neuralgia can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[infections]], such as [[shingles]], [[diabetes]], [[multiple sclerosis]], and certain [[tumors]]. It can also be triggered by pressure on nerves from bones, blood vessels, or tumors. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptom of neuralgia is severe, sharp, burning, or stabbing pain that occurs along the path of a damaged nerve. The pain is usually triggered by a light touch, and can be severe. Other symptoms can include muscle weakness, numbness, or changes in skin, hair, or nails. | The main symptom of neuralgia is severe, sharp, burning, or stabbing pain that occurs along the path of a damaged nerve. The pain is usually triggered by a light touch, and can be severe. Other symptoms can include muscle weakness, numbness, or changes in skin, hair, or nails. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of neuralgia is based on the patient's description of the pain, including its location, severity, and triggers. Additional tests, such as [[MRI]] or [[nerve conduction studies]], may be used to confirm the diagnosis and identify the underlying cause. | The diagnosis of neuralgia is based on the patient's description of the pain, including its location, severity, and triggers. Additional tests, such as [[MRI]] or [[nerve conduction studies]], may be used to confirm the diagnosis and identify the underlying cause. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for neuralgia depends on the underlying cause and may include medications, such as [[anticonvulsants]], [[antidepressants]], and [[pain relievers]]. In some cases, surgery may be recommended to relieve pressure on the nerve. | Treatment for neuralgia depends on the underlying cause and may include medications, such as [[anticonvulsants]], [[antidepressants]], and [[pain relievers]]. In some cases, surgery may be recommended to relieve pressure on the nerve. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Trigeminal neuralgia]] | * [[Trigeminal neuralgia]] | ||
* [[Postherpetic neuralgia]] | * [[Postherpetic neuralgia]] | ||
* [[Glossopharyngeal neuralgia]] | * [[Glossopharyngeal neuralgia]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Pain]] | [[Category:Pain]] | ||
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| Neuralgia | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Severe, sharp pain along a nerve |
| Complications | Depression, anxiety |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Episodic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Nerve damage, infection, multiple sclerosis |
| Risks | Ageing, diabetes, shingles |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis, MRI |
| Differential diagnosis | Migraine, dental pain, temporal arteritis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Medication, surgery, nerve block |
| Medication | Anticonvulsants, antidepressants |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Rare |
Neuralgia is a medical condition characterized by severe, typically intermittent pain along the course of a nerve, especially in the head or face. The condition is often associated with a change in neurological function.
Causes[edit]
Neuralgia can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, such as shingles, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and certain tumors. It can also be triggered by pressure on nerves from bones, blood vessels, or tumors.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of neuralgia is severe, sharp, burning, or stabbing pain that occurs along the path of a damaged nerve. The pain is usually triggered by a light touch, and can be severe. Other symptoms can include muscle weakness, numbness, or changes in skin, hair, or nails.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of neuralgia is based on the patient's description of the pain, including its location, severity, and triggers. Additional tests, such as MRI or nerve conduction studies, may be used to confirm the diagnosis and identify the underlying cause.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for neuralgia depends on the underlying cause and may include medications, such as anticonvulsants, antidepressants, and pain relievers. In some cases, surgery may be recommended to relieve pressure on the nerve.
