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Diagnosis

Although a number of conditions can cause facial pain, the symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia are very specific. An initial diagnosis often can be made by taking a detailed medical history and performing a physical examination. A dental exam can help determine if the teeth or gums are causing the pain.

To confirm the diagnosis, other conditions that can cause facial pain (e.g., infection of the jaw or sinuses; fibromyalgia; migraine; Bell's palsy) and other types of nerve disorde...Read the full article