Chronic neuralgia
Representative chronic neuralgias
| Postherpetic pain syndrome | Pain persisting along the affected dermatome after an episode of shingles |
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| Atypical facial pain | Facial pain that does not fit the typical pattern of trigeminal neuralgia |
| Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) | Pain that persists out of proportion to the extent of the injury |
| Fibromyalgia | Widespread muscle pain with tender points, accompanied by fatigue and sleep disturbance |
| Post-spinal-surgery pain syndrome | When pain remains after spinal surgery or worsens again |
Chronic neuralgia is pain that persists beyond three months, a state in which the pain itself has become the disease. Often the pain circuits of the brain and spinal cord become excessively sensitized, so that even a small stimulus brings severe pain. Most chronic neuralgia becomes harder to cure the longer it persists. What matters most is detecting it as early as possible and using a range of treatments to prevent the pain circuits from becoming overactive.
Source: KBS "The Secret of Life and Death"
Chronic neuralgia treatments available at our clinic
| Nerve block | Blocks and prevents overactivation of the pain circuits. |
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| Autonomic nerve treatment | It helps restore disturbed autonomic regulation. |
| Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) | It is drawing attention as a new adjunctive treatment for chronic pain syndrome. |
| Careful adjustment of neuralgia medication | Prescribing by an experienced specialist makes a considerable difference. |
※ This is general medical information provided for understanding only. Actual diagnosis and treatment are determined by a specialist after examination, based on the individual patient's condition.
