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A member asked:

Can you develop trigeminal neuralgia suddenly? i'm in my 30's and since yesterday randomly get a sharp like jolt in the same spot-upper tooth area.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes: Yes. See your MD or oral surgeon for exam/recommendations.

Dr Douglas agreed

Answered 11/20/2016

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