How do I know if my pain is neuropathic?

It usually burns, jolts, or fires up with a light touch. If that description fits, a targeted evaluation is worthwhile.

Which conditions fall under this?

Trigeminal neuralgia, post-herpetic neuralgia, glossopharyngeal neuralgia, diabetic neuropathy, and CRPS, among others of nerve origin.

Is there treatment beyond medication?

Yes. Depending on the case, image-guided procedures such as blocks or radiofrequency may be indicated, along with medication specific to neuropathic pain.

Condition

Neuralgia and Neuropathic Pain

That pain that burns, jolts, or fires up with a simple touch. It includes trigeminal neuralgia, post-herpetic, glossopharyngeal, diabetic neuropathy, CRPS, and other nerve-origin presentations.

How I approach it

That pain that burns, jolts, or fires up with a simple touch. It includes trigeminal neuralgia, post-herpetic, glossopharyngeal, diabetic neuropathy, CRPS, and other nerve-origin presentations.

Every consultation starts with listening. We characterize your pain, review prior tests, and build a plan that may include medication, image-guided procedures, and non-pharmacological strategies.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know if my pain is neuropathic?: It usually burns, jolts, or fires up with a light touch. If that description fits, a targeted evaluation is worthwhile.
Which conditions fall under this?: Trigeminal neuralgia, post-herpetic neuralgia, glossopharyngeal neuralgia, diabetic neuropathy, and CRPS, among others of nerve origin.
Is there treatment beyond medication?: Yes. Depending on the case, image-guided procedures such as blocks or radiofrequency may be indicated, along with medication specific to neuropathic pain.