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Definition of Trigeminal neuralgia

1. Noun. Intense paroxysmal neuralgia along the trigeminal nerve.

Definition of Trigeminal neuralgia

1. Noun. A neuropathic disorder of one or both of trigeminal nerves leading to intense pain in parts of the face. ¹

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Medical Definition of Trigeminal neuralgia

1. A disorder of trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V) dysfunction. Synonym: tic douloureux. Characterised by excruciating paroxysms of pain in the lips, gums, cheek or chin, and, very rarely, in the distribution of the eye (ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve). (27 Sep 1997)

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