EPILEPTIFORM NEURALGIAS
\ˈɛpɪlˌɛptɪfˌɔːm njuːɹˈald͡ʒəz], \ˈɛpɪlˌɛptɪfˌɔːm njuːɹˈaldʒəz], \ˈɛ_p_ɪ_l_ˌɛ_p_t_ɪ_f_ˌɔː_m n_j_uː_ɹ_ˈa_l_dʒ_ə_z]\
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A syndrome characterized by recurrent episodes of excruciating pain lasting several seconds or longer in the sensory distribution of the trigeminal nerve. Pain may be initiated by stimulation of trigger points on the face, lips, or gums or by movement of facial muscles or chewing. Associated conditions include MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS, vascular anomalies, ANEURSYMS, and neoplasms. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p187)
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