Trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux), in which pain may be triggered by a light touch to the face, is a disorder of the _________________________.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Trigeminal ganglion. Trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux) is a disorder of the trigeminal ganglion and can give rise to paroxysms along the pathways of the sensory facial branches of the trigeminal nerve. These episodes of pain may be triggered by a light touch to the face or hot or cold foods in the mouth.

Trigeminal Neuralgia (Tic Douloureux), in Which Pain May Be Triggered