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STRIKING
BACK!
THE TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA AND FACE PAIN HANDBOOK by
George Weigel &
Kenneth F. Casey, M.D,
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The 2004
revision of this important book, published by the Trigeminal Neuralgia
Association is available with updated information on face pain. With chapters on causes, diagnosis,
latest treatment options along with comparative statistics on outcomes and
complications of surgical
procedures, recommendations on helping your doctor help you,
this is a must read book for anyone with face pain.
There is much new information that makes it worthwhile to get
the new edition of this book even if you own the first edition. Read more
about it or
Order
your copy from the Trigeminal Neuralgia Association for $24.95. |
Facial
Neuralgia Resources is a patient-to-patient resource for
victims of face pain caused by disorders of the
cranial nerves. These disorders include:
- Trigeminal
Neuralgia
- Atypical
Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Atypical Facial
Pain
- Anesthesia
Dolorosa
Facial Neuralgia
Resources is a direct offshoot of Trigeminal
Neuralgia Resources established in 1995 by a group of TN
patients. We have expanded our focus to encompass all facial
neuralgias as we feel strongly we will find strength in
unity. We believe our many common issues will lead to finding
improved care for people with these terrible conditions.
Who
We Are
Special Note:
This site is administered by a group of facial neuralgia victims
working on a volunteer basis. None of us is a medical professional and
therefore we cannot always guarantee the quality of the medical
information in these pages. We WILL NOT GIVE specific medical advice to
anyone. These pages are simply here for you to browse and see what
others have done or suggested. Before using or even considering any
treatment listed here, we strongly urge you to talk with a qualified
medical expert.
TOGETHER,
WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
A great many other
people have helped us in various ways. They are listed in the Acknowledgements.
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you have something to contribute, be it a personal story or
research write
to us. |
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True
Stories
“I had worked too hard, had done
too well, and wanted to do more in my life than just sit
… a blob of pain quivering in its misery, hidden and
alone.”
Read
Paul’s Story
about how recovery as a human being, as a
functioning person, as a family member and as a
professional is still possible despite unbearable,
constant pain. |
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The 5th National Trigeminal Neuralgia Association 2004
Conference Report and
Videos/DVD's are available for purchase |
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NEUROSTIMULATION
Another treatment
option to consider |
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MOTOR
CORTEX STIMULATION
Read about one woman's
experience with Motor Cortex Stimulation to relieve
her facial pain. |
FACIAL PAIN
See this comprehensive
Facial Pain resource with Dr. Kim Burchiel's new
Face Pain classification, along with an
interactive
Facial Pain Diagnosis tool. |
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DRUG RECALL
75 mcg/hr Duragesic Patch |
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TNA-UK
Take a
look at the TNA-UK
Website with forums, a chatroom and more. |
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Center
for
Cranial Nerve Disorders.
Don't
miss the animated Trigeminal
Neuralgia Tutorial (Highly recommended) and an
excellent Trigeminal
Neuralgia Guide |
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MVD
Video
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View an online
video
of Microvascular decompression surgery (MVD) from
the Skull
Base Institute in Los Angeles, CA.
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DRUG
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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Pharmaceutical companies sometimes
provide
prescription drugs free of charge to physicians whose
patients cannot afford to buy necessary
medications. The
Directory
of Prescription Drug Patient Assistance Programs
lists these drug companies, the medicines covered and
eligibility criteria.
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Trigeminal
Neuralgia Association Conferences
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TNA
Conference 2000
TNA Summary
TNA
UK Summeray
Debby
Robarge's Notes
Sher A. Cuzzivoglio's Notes
TNA Conference 1998
TNA Summary
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CLINICAL
TRIALS FOR FACIAL NEURALGIAS
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RESEARCH TOOLKIT
Tools to help you do your own research
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