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The Neuralgias.

Danielle Wilhour1, Stephanie J Nahas2

  • 1Jefferson Headache Center, Department of Neurology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA. danielle.wilhour@jefferson.edu.

Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports
|August 18, 2018
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Neuralgias, characterized by nerve pain, include common types like trigeminal and occipital neuralgia. Recent advancements in treatment and diagnostic imaging improve patient outcomes for these challenging conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pain Medicine

Background:

  • Neuralgias involve pain within cranial or cervical nerve distributions, presenting as brief attacks or continuous pain.
  • Common forms include trigeminal, postherpetic, and occipital neuralgia, with rarer types also existing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnostic and treatment approaches for neuralgias.
  • To highlight recent advancements and evidence-based management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent guidelines and literature on neuralgia management.
  • Emphasis on diagnostic imaging for structural abnormalities.
  • Discussion of pharmacological and procedural treatment options.

Main Results:

  • Updated guidelines offer improved treatment options for neuralgias.
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  • Imaging is crucial for identifying structural causes when etiology is not obvious.
  • Management requires adherence to the latest evidence for both common and rare neuralgias.

    • Conclusions:

    • Recent therapeutic advancements have enhanced neuralgia treatment.
    • A systematic approach combining imaging and evidence-based treatments is essential.
    • Effective management of neuralgias, regardless of type, relies on current medical evidence.