Petrov Personal Injury Lawyers | November 24, 2016 | Car Accident
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a condition that results in extreme pain in the face due to nerve damage. This damage can cause a chronic condition whereby pain may be triggered by the simplest thing such as smiling, eating, or moving the face muscles in other natural ways. How is this condition related to motor vehicle accidents?
Can Whiplash Cause Trigeminal Neuralgia?
Car accidents often result in head or neck trauma such as a concussion or whiplash. Trigeminal neuralgia is known to occur after this type of injury is sustained. The nerve is found beneath the cheek and can be easily damaged if a person’s face hits the steering wheel or even if a neck misalignment creates a shift that places pressure on the nerve. This is also known as trigeminal neuralgia swollen face.
Diagnosing and Treating TN
There is no primary test for trigeminal neuralgia. As a result, a physician will have to go by things such as pain location, intensity, and triggers. An MRI may also help to find damage. Getting a diagnosis is an important part of seeking compensation for injuries.
Treatment usually calls for the use of certain medications. However, in extreme cases, surgical procedures may involve the swollen trigeminal nerve being severed so that no more pain is felt. This will, however, result in some permanent numbness.
Seeking Compensation for Injuries After a Vista Car Accident
Trigeminal neuralgia can be a scary and painful result of an accident with few good options for care. Pain may be ongoing and medical expenses can rack up during the diagnosis process and throughout treatment.
The experienced Vista car accident attorneys at Petrov Personal Injury Lawyers can help you to get due compensation for the injuries incurred during an accident.
Contact the North County Car Accident Lawyers at Petrov Personal Injury Lawyers for Help Today
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