What is the gamma knife? The gamma knife is a type of surgery that uses targeted beams of radiation to treat trigeminal neuralgia without invasive surgery. The procedure involves three steps: first, the doctor places an implant in your skull that directs the radiation toward the area where pain occurs; second, you undergo an MRI to help determine how much
Suicide disease is a condition in which a person experiences chronic head pain to such an extent that they feel the only way out is to take their own life. It affects about 1 in every 10 people with chronic head pain, and it’s a serious problem that needs to be addressed. People who are at risk for suicide disease
Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic neurological condition that causes severe, stabbing pain in the face. The pain is usually triggered by contact with the cheek or jawbone, but can also be caused by chewing or brushing the teeth. The pain typically lasts only a few seconds, and can be debilitating for up to several minutes at a time. Symptoms of
Cluster headaches are a different kind of chronic head pain. They’re not migraines, and they don’t have any of the same symptoms you’d expect from a regular headache. On average, cluster headaches occur every other day for two weeks and then disappear for one to four months before returning again. The pain is so severe that it’s described as being
Stereotactic radiosurgery is a treatment for chronic head pain, such as that caused by trigeminal neuralgia. The treatment involves the use of radiation to destroy or damage the trigeminal nerve root. This can be used in conjunction with other treatments, such as medication or surgery, depending on your unique needs. The main goal of stereotactic radiosurgery is to reduce the
The fifth cranial nerve is one of the most important nerves in your body. It carries all of the sensations from your face, including pain and temperature. Because it passes through the middle ear, it also carries sound information from your eardrum to your brain. Trigeminal neuralgia is a disorder of the fifth cranial nerve. It causes extreme pain in
Glossopharyngeal neuralgia is a chronic pain disorder that affects the glossopharyngeal nerve, which is located in the throat. This nerve branches out to connect with many other parts of the body, including parts of the brain and neck. The glossopharyngeal nerve is responsible for sensing taste, swallowing, coughing, and speaking. When it’s damaged by a condition like trigeminal neuralgia, it
Anti-convulsants are a group of drugs that are used to treat seizures, and they can also be used to treat chronic head pain. They’re especially effective for people who have trigeminal neuralgia or other forms of facial pain that’s caused by nerve damage. The exact mechanism behind anti-convulsant drugs is unclear, but they appear to work by blocking the channels
Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal nerve, which is one of the major nerves of your head and face. It causes intense pain in your upper teeth, lower jaw, or both. The cause of trigeminal neuralgia is not known, but it may be hereditary. The condition most often affects people over age 60. It can
Microvascular decompression (MVD) is a surgical procedure that can be used to treat chronic head pain caused by trigeminal neuralgia. It works by removing the tiny blood vessels in and around your facial nerves, reducing inflammation and helping to reduce pain. This procedure is usually done under local anesthesia, so you won’t need to worry about being put under general
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