Measles Information

Stay Updated on the NASCAR Street Race Impact on Travel to Northwestern Medicine Locations in Chicago

trigeminal-neuralgia-main-photo

Trigeminal neuralgia is a painful condition caused by a disorder of the fifth cranial nerve, known as the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensation from your face to your brain. If you have trigeminal neuralgia, daily activities like shaving, brushing your teeth or putting on makeup can trigger excruciating pain in your face.

Trigeminal neuralgia can be a frustrating and often debilitating condition. Unfortunately, finding the right treatment can be difficult for some people with trigeminal neuralgia. Certain prescription drugs and surgical procedures can help reduce or eliminate the pain.

Meet the Teams

Three doctors in lab coats looking at an image on a computer.
If you’ve been struggling with trigeminal neuralgia, Northwestern Medicine trigeminal neuralgia specialists may able to help. We will work with you to establish a treatment plan specifically designed to meet your individual needs.

Treatments

Testing and Diagnosis

Many conditions can cause facial pain, but a specific diagnosis is important to determine an effective treatment plan for you. To determine if you have trigeminal neuralgia, your physician will consider your medical history and symptoms, and conduct physical and neurological exams.

Why Choose Northwestern Medicine

  • Northwestern Medicine is anchored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the only Illinois hospital on the national Honor Roll for 13 straight years.
  • When options are limited, our experienced team is often able to offer innovative therapies and novel treatments through a wide variety of clinical trials.
Locations & Contact Information
    Northwestern Memorial Hospital is ranked No. 11 by U.S. News and World Report in Neurology & Neurosurgery.

    Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    Nationally recognized in Neurology & Neurosurgery (No. 11)

    Looking for a Second Opinion?

    For more information or to schedule an appointment, fill out this form and a trigeminal neuralgia nurse will contact you.