Biomedical subjects
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This Part has explored some of the epidemiological factors that affect pain. The differences between acute and chronic pain have been discussed in terms of disease process, anatomy and physiology and associated signs and symptoms.
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Trigeminal neuralgia is one of the most common causes of facial pain. It can be excruciating and can severely incapacitate patients and negatively affect their quality of life. First-line treatment is anticonvulsant drugs but other pharmacological options are available. If drug therapy is ineffective, a range of surgical options exist.