2. Trigeminal Neuralgia Sign and Symptoms:
Depending on which part of the nerve is affected
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN, or TGN), also known
(V1, V2 or V3) the symptoms will have the
as prosopalgia, the suicide disease, or Fothergill's
respective distribution.
disease is a neuropathic disorder characterized by
episodes of intense pain in the face, originating The face pain is
from the trigeminal nerve. The clinical association usually one sided.
between TN and hemi facial spasm is the so The pain is
called tic douloureux. It has been described as among usually limited to
the most painful conditions known to mankind. one division of the trigeminal nerve (V1, V2
or V3).
About Trigeminal nerve: Pain is severe, excruciating, shooting,
The trigeminal nerve is a stabbing or lightening in nature, often
paired cranial nerve that has driving the patient to
three major branches: suicidal thoughts.
the ophthalmic nerve (V1), The pain is often
the maxillary nerve (V2), and described by the
the mandibular nerve (V3). patient as if a part of the
One, two, or all three face is being drilled with a machine
branches of the nerve may be affected. or as if an electric wire is touching
inside of the face or as if the face or eye is
V1 provides sensation to the forehead,
getting nailed.
upper eyelids and eyes.
The pain may last few seconds to minutes
V2 provides sensation to the lower eyelids,
or even longer.
cheeks, nostrils, upper lip and gums.
Patient is usually pain-free in between the
V3 provides sensation to the lower lip and
attacks of TN.
gums and lower jaw. It also controls some
Pain can be triggered by eating, drinking,
muscles of chewing.
touching the face, talking, shaving,
brushing, blowing, kissing, applying make-
Pathology:
up, etc.
When a patient's Trigeminal nerve was studied
under electron microscope during an acute phase Causes:
of TN, it was revealed that the abnormality existed
The exact cause of Trigeminal Neuralgia is not
at the level of the inner nerve fibers (called axons)
clearly understood but there are certain factors
which carry nerve sensation, as well as the outer
that can trigger the onset of Trigeminal
lining covering the nerve fibers (called myelin
Neuralgia:
sheath). Due to the damage to such delicate parts,
Genetic due an inborn pattern of blood vessel
the nerve fibre behaves like a live electrical wire
formation
with open ends, leading to pain similar to A blood vessel pressing on the trigeminal
electric shock, triggered by touch or jerk. nerve
Nerve impairment following a trauma
Tongue piercing
3. Post viral infections like herpes Homeopathic Approach to Trigeminal
Post bacterial infections like leptospirosis,
Neuralgia:
syphilis, etc.
Disorders like multiple sclerosis that damage Homeopathy is the primary choice of therapy for
the myelin sheath (nerve covering which serves trigeminal neuralgia.
as an insulator) Homeopathic treatment has
Stroke impacting lower part of the brain. proved effective and has
Compression of the nerve by a tumor or cyst shown an overwhelming
Enduring stress response in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia.
Habitual intoxication from alcohol, lead and Homeopathy views trigeminal neuralgia as a
other drugs constitutional disease, and every patient is
Brushing teeth, kissing, eating, drinking, evaluated as an individual case and treated at a
smiling, crying, talking, putting makeup, deeper level. Homeopathic medicines help
shaving, washing the face, slight breeze, dental minimize the frequency and severity of trigeminal
work can stimulate the pain neuralgia attacks, eventually leading to a
remission. Homeopathic medicines are absolutely
Diagnosis: safe, non-toxic and do not encumber with other
If the doctor believes the symptoms indicate TN medicines.
the patient’s face will be examined more carefully Homeopathic treatment being focused on the
to determine exactly which parts are affected. The concept of "like cures like" and a profound
doctor will also attempt to eliminate other emphasis on the principles of holistic medicine
condition which sometimes have similar symptoms (treat the whole person), its remedies motivate the
such as tooth decay, a tumor, or sinusitis. body's own healing power and defense system to
MRI – magnetic resonance imaging scan – it can correct itself naturally. Due to the individualized
help to rule out other problem. It is very difficult approach of homeopathy a remedy which matches
to see the blood vessel nect to the nerve root, your constitution will stimulate your vital force to
even on high quality MRI. restore balance and health. The appropriate
homeopathic treatment for trigeminal neuralgia
depends on the individual's constitutional type. A
Conventional treatment:
constitutional type is defined as a person's
This commonly includes prescription of drugs
physical, emotional, and psychological makeup.
like Carbamazepine, gabapentin, phenytoin as well
Some of the commonly used homoeopathic
as some other anti- epileptic drugs. Surgical
medicines are:- Spigelia, Staphysagria, Natrum
options for TN include peripheral nerve blocks,
muriaticum, Kali carbonicum, Silica, Lycopodium
Gasserian ganglion ablative procedures,
clavatum, Sulphur, Carcinosinum, Tarantula
microvascular decompression, radiosurgery
Hispania, Sepia, etc.
(Gamma Knife), cryosurgery, etc.
4. Role of Homeopathy:
· Homeopathy relieves the intensity, frequency and
duration of attacks
· Long duration of TN-free period (over 3-6
months) could be achieved in most patients
during the course of the treatment
· Homeopathy controls the underlying process of Mrs. Rachana Shah, USA
nerve damage I happy with Dr. Darji’s Homoeopathic treatment
· Homeopathy treatment is very helpful in resistant and general advice which he gave for my
cases of trigeminal neuralgia even. trigeminal neuralgia problem. I was suffering since
· It reduces the neuralgic pain most effectively and 4years. Now I am completely cured. Thank you
for a long term period. There will be no need for very much Dr. Darji.
taking any pain medicines further Nikhilesh Shrivastava, India.
· The patient can take homeopathy with their usual Now I am free from pain of TN. I am able to do
medicines including pain medicines. But in course my routine. This improvement I get after
of time the pain medicines will not be necessary homeopathic treatment only. I took allopathic
to take. medicines without relief. Nice experience and
· The duration of homeopathy treatment depends journey with PHC. Thanks to Dr. Darji.
upon the chronic state of the disease and intensity Yogesh Patel, India
of pain. If the TN is more chronic in nature then it Today I feel that why should I not started
will take time to give satisfactory result. In that homeopathy before 2years because I suffered
case both traditional and homeopathy medicines since 2years. I happy with Dr. Darji’s homeopathic
can take together. When the pain gradually comes treatment. I like to way of handling and their
under the control with homeopathy treatment the service. Very thanks to Dr. Darji.
other medicines dose should be reduced or Mohammad Kureshi, Dubai
stopped looking at the situation. I had TN problem after tooth remove. I used
· If there is nerve compression then the duration allopathic medicines but it gave me a temporary
of homeopathy treatment is longer and the cure relief. I came to contact in Dr. Darji through his
rate is also weaker than other. web site. I started his treatment and gradually my
pain is subside. Now I like to say that I am free
from problem since many months without any
Self Care Measures :
relapse. Thanks to Dr. Darji
Avoid mental and physical stress.
Natavarbhai Patel, London
Avoid exposure to a draft of wind. My mother was fed up with pain of TN. It triggered
Avoid alcohol, caffeine and sugar. frequently because of atmosphere. We used
Avoid eating hard foods. conventional treatment without success. At last we
Avoid sudden jerky movements of the neck. planned to move India but one of my friend advice to
Identify your pain triggers and avoid them. take one chance and start Dr. Darji’s treatment. We
Avoid massaging violently. followed my friend advice and started your treatment.
My mother is happy with your treatment. Now she is
Maintain excellent oral hygiene to avoid dental
free from pain and blessing you.
caries.
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