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Review
. 2014 May;32(2):539-52.
doi: 10.1016/j.ncl.2013.11.008. Epub 2013 Dec 28.

Trigeminal and glossopharyngeal neuralgia

Gaddum Duemani Reddy  1 , Ashwin Viswanathan  2
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Trigeminal and glossopharyngeal neuralgia

Gaddum Duemani Reddy et al. Neurol Clin. 2014 May.

Abstract

Trigeminal neuralgia and glossopharyngeal neuralgia are two causes of paroxysmal craniofacial pain. Either can be debilitating in affected individuals. This article reviews the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment options for these disorders.

Keywords: Glossopharyngeal neuralgia; Medical treatment; Surgical treatment; Trigeminal neuralgia.

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