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INBDE Integrated National Board Dental Exam Prep Set 2

Category - NBDE II

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Trigeminal neuralgia is known as:

Tic douloureux
Sickle cell anemia
Myasthenia Gravis
Bell's palsy

Explanation

Answer: A - Trigeminal neuralgia is known as tic douloureux. The condition is idiopathic in nature, that is, characterized by severe pain in the head and neck region that is abrupt and triggered by a light touch. The pain is distributed over the branches of the trigeminal nerve Treatment includes Carbamazepine, anticonvulsant medications, local anesthesia, neurosurgery, and glycerin injections.

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