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Important Subjects found on this site. Trigeminal Neuralgia aka tic douloreau, Information Page,TN, Pain Management, Neurontin. anti-depressant drugs pain relieving effects. medication undesirable side effects, neurosurgical procedures relieve pressure nerve sensitivity. reduced or relieved pain alternative medical therapies such as acupuncture, chiropractic adjustment, self-hypnosis or meditation.Trigeminal Neuralgia, tic doloreaux, tic douloureux, Trigeminal disorder, what is Trigeminal Neuralgia, Carbamazepine is available as Tegretol. A newer medication is oxcarbazepine, available as Trileptal. Extended release carbamazepine is available as Carbatrol and Tegretol XR. TN, trigeminal neuralgia surgery, trigeminal neuralgia treatment, tic dolorue, trigeminal neurolgia, trigeminal, trigeminal neuropathy, trigeminal neuralgia cure, trigeminal nerve surgery, trigeminal neualgia, trigeminal neuralga, trigeminal nueralgia, mri of trigeminal nerve, trigeminal neuralgias, Trigeminal Neuralgia symptom, Trigeminal Neuralgia research, information on Trigeminal Neuralgia, trigeminal nerve injury, trigeminal nerve damage, trigeminal cranial nerve, trigeminal neralgia, tic douloureaux, symptom of tic douloureux, Trigeminal Neuralgia (tic doloreaux) information Trigeminal Neuralgia - Trigeminal neuralgia (TN), also known as tic douloureux, is a pain syndrome recognizable by patient history alone. The condition is characterized by pain often accompanied by a brief facial spasm or tic. Pain distribution is unilateral and follows the sensory distribution of cranial nerve V, typically radiating to the maxillary (V2) or mandibular (V3) area. Physical examination eliminates alternative diagnoses. Signs of cranial |
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Sandi's Story From Kansas
Posted 4-23-05
No. 3
April 17, 2005 Completed and
Dear Mr. Nelson,
I just read your story. Whoa! I am
so sorry for your pain, your long journey in search of a definitive
diagnosis.....and of course the outcome. I am impressed by your drive and
your desire to help others like "us". Thank you!
My name is Sandi. I am a 39 yr. old
(40 in a few weeks) widow and Mother of 3 who is suffering from ATypical
Facial Pain w/ Trigeminal Neuralgia Shocks. My second severe bout
with the disease began a few weeks ago. I began feeling a vague toothache
in the lower right quadrant of my mouth and I just knew what was coming
next. My teeth are great.......I've worked for a group of Dentists for 18
years. Within days of my first little symptom, "it" struck while I was
brushing my teeth lasting for several seconds. I dropped to my knees,
cradling my face and cried my heart out. I just couldn't believe this was
happening again!
I felt so scared! I went to work and
made it through the day with just a few attacks. That was a Wed.. That
night it hit me hard while I slept. @ 2:22am I awoke feeling like a bolt
of lightning had severed my lower jaw.
I panicked. The pain would not stop.
Finally after 1 hour and 23 minutes my pain subsided, only to wake me
again @ 5:10am. I stayed home from work that Thur. afraid to move my head.
The blasts of pain came frequently and with great force. I turned on my
computer and began looking for info. on TN. I read and read attempting to
keep my mind busy and decided to cut out all the middle men and make an
appt. with a Neurosurgeon. I phoned the handful of PPO providers I was
allowed to choose from and the soonest appointment available was April 27.
I begged and pleaded with each
receptionist, but to no avail. Friday was worse and by Saturday I was
ready to shoot myself! My Sister and Mother came over to help me and my
children and by late Sat. afternoon my pain was completely out of control.
It nearly knocked me down. My Sis & Daughter loaded me into the car and
rushed me to the ER where I was forced to sit and wait for nearly an hour.
When I was finally taken back, not one single nurse had even heard of TN
and I swear they looked at me writhing in pain, as I attempted to speak
like I was out of my mind.
A physicians' assistant came into the little room and ordered a shot of Torodol. I almost laughed. Then the Dr. arrived. At least she knew about TN! As she was talking with me I exploded, my arms went straight up and my body convulsed. She ordered Morphine. That's like sticking a band-aid on my face, but they shot me with it 3 times. It didn't even take the edge off. SO then they applied a Fentanol patch to my back, gave me a 300mg dose of Neurontin, a script for that and Ambien to help me sleep and sent me home because "they had done all they were able". I admit I was pretty "goofy" and with the combination of drugs, I eventually passed out only to wake in the wee hours of the morning vomiting. By early evening of the next day I was taken back to the ER. I was severely dehydrated and was advised that my TN had caused Labrynthitis (Vertigo). I was given an IV to rehydrate and medication for dizziness and nausea. What a weekend!
My attacks of pain continued,
fiercely pounding my face until I wished I would just die. I forced
liquids, but even sipping water would more often than not send me into
another attack. My poor children just looked at me with pain and confusion
in their eyes. I felt guilty and so sorry for them. They were afraid to
touch me, afraid they might cause me pain. I lay for days in the darkness
of my bedroom just praying for God, for someone to stop the pain!
Then finally it was time to see my
new Neurologist. I had an attack in the waiting room and another as the
nurse called my name. Tears streamed down my cheeks as I waited.
I went to Dr. C feeling hopeful, in
desperate need of compassion. What I received however, was a lot of paper
work, a quick exam, an explanation of "Yes, you have TN, there are
surgical procedures available, you're most likely a candidate, take these
pills, see a Neurosurgeon"..... and I was out the door. My daughter and
I felt disappointed. My new medication is Trileptal, 300mg. for 6 days
then 600 mg./day. The Dr. advised I combine this with a Narcotic (Percocet)
and Ativan to help me sleep. {I now rattle when I walk}, but I am sleeping
better.
I have fairly good days and then I have horrible days. On my good days I only have 4-5 attacks, but I'm always tired and I feel so "drugged" all the time. In the past 2 weeks I've worked a total of 3 days, I've prepared 1 complete meal, and my eldest Daughter has become my 11 year old Son's Mom! I hate this disease! Hate it hate it hate it!!!!!! I've lost 12 pounds in 10 days. It's a real good thing I have some extra weight to lose. Perhaps by the time this is over with I'll really have my "girlish figure" back! Ooh La La!!! Just joking! I'd rather have a big behind any day!
Today is April 22, 2005. This all
began around March 21, 2005. Because of interruptions due to pain,
children, the telephone, and just feeling bad in general, it has taken me
days to type my story. I first wrote to Brian on April 17.
Okay............I saw the
Neurologist today. I like him. He was compassionate, and seemed well
educated on the subject of TN. We discussed MVD
surgery and both agreed it
is the best choice of treatment for me. He ordered another MRI
with
contrast and small cuts which I will have on Monday, April, 25. My surgery
is scheduled on May 12, 2005 (as long as everything looks good on the MRI).
My daughters say they feel relieved, my son gave me a "double high-5", and
as for myself..............I feel some relief, like I can almost see a
light at the end of the tunnel. I feel a bit nervous as well, not only
about surgery on my head, my brain, but about things such as how we'll get
by, my job, will I feel well enough to get everything and everybody
organized before my surgery. My list of worries could go on and on. This
disease not only causes PAIN...........it creates complete chaos. I've
already used all of my sick days and 4 of my 12 vacation days. Dr. says my
recovery time is 3-4 weeks. I definitely can't afford NOT to have surgery,
so now I have to figure out a way to pay the bills and keep my household
running because I'm having surgery.
I am not asking for sympathy. In
fact, I don't want sympathy.......compassion Yes of course. I am only
telling "my" story and how TN affects me. We are all unique and come from
different walks of life. I am a hard working single Mom with a decent job
who struggles now and then. I have an older car and worn furniture, but my
home is clean and welcoming. My kids are happy & healthy and I smile A LOT
(when I'm not in pain that is). I've had a tough life, but I'm tougher and
I've gone through some things that could have, should have knocked me
down. I refuse to surrender to this disease. I admit I have my "days" when
I suffer with excruciating pain when I "think" I can't go on, but I have
too much to live for and so do you!
I realize my story is much like many
others' stories. I am not different. I may suffer more than you or less
than you, but we are all in "this" disease together. I have come to the
realization that I have a unique responsibility to help others who suffer
as I have.....as I am today. I believe reaching out to others is
imperative to my own healing. Mr. Brian Nelson is a perfect example of
someone who "reaches out". Reading his story, his medical reports, and
knowing without asking all the hours he has put into research while he
suffers gives true meaning to the words "giving", "unselfish", and all
those other great words that I can't think of because my mind is so fuzzy.
(meds.)
My computer is very ill and will no
longer allow me access to the internet,
but I am so thankful I was able to come across Mr. Nelson's story. I also got the opportunity to meet 2 women and 1 young man (fellow sufferers) via the internet after posting a very short version of my story on one of the TN web sights. Now I have 4 "pain pals". Keeping in touch through e-mail has helped me tremendously. We have to stick together and support one another. Mr. Nelson has offered to post my story on one of his pages. {Thank you Brian}
I'm here if you need me!
I will update as I am able.
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Trigeminal
Neuralgia, aka Tic douloreaux or TN & Temporomandibular Joint aka TMJ Eventually Cancer.This website is about Brian Nelson's fight with a parotid (salivary) gland tumor. It started out with the symptoms of Trigeminal Neuralgia, aka Tic douloreaux or TN & Temporomadibular Joint aka TMJ Click Here to see my other record file at IAmFightingCancer.com Bookmark this page now! Scan down to read several detailed web journals by various patients with Trigeminal Neuralgia and Cancer. Call me if I can help you post your story to share with others.. 713-467-3025 Brian |
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Brian Nelson 31 Gessner Rd. , Houston, TX 77024 Tel. 713-467-3025 (Refers to my cell) Fax 713-467-3192 Click here to e-mail me. www.NelsonIdeas.com Make a difference in the world! "Idea Possibility Consulting" www.BrianNelsonConsulting.com There are so many new ways to make more profit. www.PartyTentCity.com The best modular party tent you can buy! www.IamFightingCancer.com Brian's story on Cancer and TN. Post your Cancer story! |
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| Misspelled words used to find this page 3 of 3. nerve dysfunction or other neurologic abnormality excludes the diagnosis of idiopathic,glossopharyngeal, face pain, atypical face pain, atypical trigeminal neuralgia, TN, ATN, ATFP, AFP, GN, orofacial, cranio-facial, gum pain, gingival pain, cheek pain, orofacial, cranio-facial,facial neuralgia, face neuralgia, trigeminal neuralgia, tic douloureux, glossopharygeal neuralgia, face pain, facial pain, atypical face pain, atypical trigeminal neuralgia, TN, ATN, ATFP, AFP, GN, Trigeminal Neuralgia Resources, myofascial, orofacial, cranio-facial, gum pain, gingival pain, cheek painTrigeminal neuralgia, also called ticdouloureux, the most frequent of all neuralgias, causes severe, stabbing, paroxysmal pain on one side of the face. It is characterized by a sudden, severe, electric shock-like or stabbing pain typically felt on one side of the jaw or cheek. The cause of trigeminal neuralgia is unknown, but the disorder occurs most frequently in middle or old age (more common in women than in men,trigeminal neuralgia, face, facial pain, nerve, forehead, eye, cheek, jaw, tumor, arteriovenous malformation, multiple sclerosis, anticonvulsants, Tegretol, carbamezapine, Dilantin, phenytoin Neurontin, gabapenti, Baclofen, lioresal, microvascular decompression, MVD, Gamma knife, radiosurgery, percutaneous, glycerol rhizotomy, alternative surgery, glossopharyngeal neuralgia, cranial nerve, trigeminal, facial pain, face, cheek, jaw, stabbing, electricTrigeminal Neuralgia - Aretaeus of Cappadocia, known for one of the earliest descriptions of migraine, is credited with the first indication of trigeminal neuralgia (TN). headache "spasms and distortions of the countenance took place." John Fothergill was the first to give a full and accurate description of TN in a paper titled "On a Painful Affliction of the Face," presented to the medical society of London in 1773. Nicholaus Andre coined the term trigeminal neuralgia, fothergill syndrome, fothergill's syndrome, tic douloureux, tn The Merck Manual |
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