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OVERVIEW

Trigeminal neuralgia (a.k.a. tic douleroux) is a condition that produces pain in the distribution of the trigeminal nerve. The trigeminal, or 5th cranial nerve provides sensation to the structures of the head and face including the skin, teeth, tongue, and the mucous membranes that line the mouth and nose. Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) affects persons of all ages although the incidence increases with age. The condition is slightly more common in women.