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I've Tried Tons Of Medications, Botox, Nerve Blocks, And Vypeti. I'm Scheduled To See A Specialist Who Does Nerve Decompression Surgery.

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Has anyone had success with this surgery?

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It sounds like you have been exploring various treatments for your migraines. Here is some information about nerve decompression surgery from the knowledge base:

Microvascular Decompression Surgery (MVD)
- Purpose: This surgery aims to remove blood vessels compressing the trigeminal nerve or to pad the nerve with a tin... read more

It sounds like you have been exploring various treatments for your migraines. Here is some information about nerve decompression surgery from the knowledge base:

Microvascular Decompression Surgery (MVD)
- Purpose: This surgery aims to remove blood vessels compressing the trigeminal nerve or to pad the nerve with a tiny sponge to prevent compression.
- Procedure:
- Conducted under general anesthesia.
- Requires hospitalization for several days.
- Recovery usually takes about a month.
- Risks:
- Infection
- Facial numbness
- Unintended damage to other cranial nerves, which can cause serious problems such as seizures, paralysis, or death.
- Effectiveness: MVD is the only treatment that addresses the root cause of trigeminal neuralgia (TN) and is typically considered when other treatments have failed to relieve pain.

Additional Information
- Rhizotomy: Another procedure that destroys trigeminal nerve fibers to stop pain. It can be effective but may need to be repeated as the nerve can grow back.

If you have any more specific questions or need further details, feel free to ask!

 This AI-generated response comes from MyMigraineTeam and other selected sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

Trigeminal Neuralgia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments | MyMigraineTeam
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