Difference between trigeminal neuralgia and neuropathic facial pain

Condition analysis:
TN is characterized by jolting, stabbing, or electrocution-type pains, neuropathic facial pain is better described as constant, dull, burning or boring pain with intermittent sharp stabbing pains. Numbness and tingling may also be present with neuropathic facial pain.

Instructions:
Acupressure/Acupuncture: The traditional Chinese therapies of acupressure (applying pressure to certain areas of the body to treat a condition) and acupuncture (inserting needles in various parts of the body to relieve symptoms) are considered effective in reducing pain and exhaustion. These are complementary treatment options and it is believed that they increase blood flow to the area and may even speed up damaged nerve repair.
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