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Head and facial herpes zoster can lead to postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). Electrical stimulation of the trigeminal ganglion (GGS) effectively relieved pain in a patient with PHN.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pain Management
  • Medical Case Study

Background:

  • Head and facial herpes zoster frequently progresses to persistent postherpetic neuralgia (PHN).
  • Conventional pharmacological treatments for PHN often yield limited efficacy.
  • Electrical stimulation therapy presents a viable alternative treatment modality for PHN.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a case of successful pain management in postherpetic neuralgia using trigeminal ganglion electrical stimulation (GGS).

Main Methods:

  • A 75-year-old female patient diagnosed with PHN for three months was treated.
  • Short-term trigeminal ganglion electrical stimulation (GGS) was administered.

Main Results:

  • The patient experienced significant and effective alleviation of her PHN pain symptoms following GGS treatment.
  • The short-term GGS intervention demonstrated positive outcomes in managing refractory PHN.

Conclusions:

  • Trigeminal ganglion electrical stimulation (GGS) is a promising therapeutic option for managing head and facial postherpetic neuralgia (PHN).
  • This case highlights the potential of GGS in providing effective pain relief for patients with PHN unresponsive to other treatments.