Professional Faqs: What Is The Prognosis For Trigeminal Neuralgia?

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Expert opinion from Gustavo Campos

Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil

Recurrence of symptoms is common. The attacks may last weeks or months, followed by a remission that can be from weeks to years. Those might be more or less severe. The course will vary with each patient.

Expert opinion from Mohan P. Abraham

M.D., FAAFP (Family Physician) · 40 years of experience · USA

The attacks will be milder initially and progress to more frequent attacks. With treatment, it can be effectively managed.

Expert opinion from Alex T. Thomas

MD · 40 years of experience · USA

The prognosis depends on the underlying cause. Usually the condition responds to the treatment.

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