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Can trigeminal neuralgia be a very severe ache instead of stabbing pain and last about 5 mins and happen about 8 times a day? pain started yesterday

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes, atypical TN: See a neurologist or Orofacial Pain practitioner for diagnosis and treatment.

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 2/16/2015

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