Yes, there is an increased risk of trigeminal neuralgia among people who have neck problems. So far, the exact reason for the relationship is not known, but researchers have some preliminary theories.

The trigeminal nerve plays a significant role in migraine attacks by transmitting pain signals from the face to the brain, and structural changes in the nerve may contribute to these attacks. Migraine ...

Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a headache disorder that causes severe, one-sided facial pain. The pain occurs when the trigeminal nerve root is activated and can be triggered by touch or movement.

The diagnosis of TN is reached by a careful clinical history. The afflicted patient will report recurrent attacks of severe, paroxysmal facial pain lasting seconds. During each attack, the pain may ...

While the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) hasn’t approved Botox for trigeminal neuralgia, doctors may prescribe the drug off-label for this use. Several studies have looked into the effectiveness ...

Trigeminal neuralgia, which is a type of chronic nerve pain in your face, is common with multiple sclerosis (MS). It may feel like a stabbing or burning sensation on the side of your face. People who ...