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General Feedback
Posted by Sonia (Green Brook, Nj) on 01/06/2011
I have constant pain on on my teeth where an dental implant was removed due to severe pain since removal pain is constant on my right upper jaw with radiating to cheek bone, constant pain and burning. Is this trigeminal neuralgia because I never felt shocking or numbness or tingling? I have taken Lyric , carbamazipine and afraid to do anymore dental work , I use a topical anesthetic compounded by my dentist which helps pain. I WANT CURE. PLEASE HELP I AM WILLING TO TRY ANYTHING AND WILLING TO SHARE RESULTS. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR SYMPTOMS, PROPER THERAPY SO I CAN FOLLOW. WHAT IS TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA HOW DID I DEVELOP AFTER DENTAL PROCEDURE AND HOW CAN I WARN OTHERS? THANK YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU
General Feedback
Posted by Susu (Sacramento, Ca) on 01/09/2011
I'm not a doctor but in my opinion, even though you aren't having all of the symptoms, you still may have it. I had it after some dental work with what felt like electrical shocks but the pain without the shocks was also unbearable. All of my teeth hurt and it felt like my gums were going into spasms. I couldn't sleep because of the pain, I could barely drive a car and I was still working full time. I found a doctor who would give me vicodin and I was able to keep working and driving, etc. I tried acupunture, and a few other therapies that didn't work but finally went to a homeopath who adjusted my neck. I think he said it was the C4 vertebrae.
General Feedback
Posted by Diane (Las Vegas, Nevada) on 09/30/2011
Dear Sonia,
I found a fantastic website that explains what Trigeminal Neuralgia is, what the cause is, symptoms and treatment. There is laser treatment for TN that is almost 100% successful. It is non-invasive and completely safe with no side effects. I hope this helps you. Diane
General Feedback
Posted by Charles (Yakutat, Alaska) on 06/07/2018
HI Zoe,
I am interested in your experience with the Omura protocol, my wife has been suffering with what the doctors call atypical trigeminal neurlagia. She had the microvascular decompression done in 2011, which didnt work. She had chicken pox as an older teenager and I am beginning to wonder if it wasn't activated during a root canal procedure done in 2003. If you wouldn't mind sharing more of the specifics of the omura protocol I would appreciate it. My wife is at her wits end and we have tried many of the ideas mentioned on the website but, nothing has been sustainable. I do believe it could be a virus because she says the pain seems to move to different parts of her face. Once again, thank God for this website and anything you could share with us on the specifics of the omura protocol would much appreciated, we live in a small isolated community in Alaska and it is very expensive to travel out to schedule some of these consultations only to not have them work.
Laser Treatment
Posted by Daniela (Toronto, Ontario Canada) on 12/21/2010
★★★★★
My mother was diagnosed with TN over a month ago. She received treatment and is almost pain free after two weeks. She was treated at the lasermed centre in Myrtle Beach. They have been helping patients become pain and drug free from TN since 2006. She was in so much pain she wasn't eating, sleeping or drinking because the pain was unbearable. The treatment is non-invasive and I spoke to numerous patients in the clinic on a daily basis that were getting tremendous relief from the treatments. The laser is FDA approved and there are no short or long term side effects. If you are suffering with this disease you have nothing to lose, please they can offer you hope and I witnessed it with my own eyes. Don't suffer with this disease any longer than you have to. The medication they prescribe is horrible and the surgeries were not an option for us.
Laser Treatment
Posted by Daniela (Toronto, Ontario Canada) on 02/13/2011
Hi Herbert,
The clinic that helped my mother is in Myrtle Beach they have a website lasermedcenter. com and they have a facebook page
www.facebook.com/#! /pages/Laser-Med-Center/119990178056852My mother is Carmela and you can view her testimony either on the facebook page or on the website. Give them a call and they will answer all of your questions about the treatment.
All the best!
Daniela
Laser Treatment
Posted by Leslie (Memphis, Tn) on 08/11/2011
I suffer from TN. After going to 3 Dentist and 2 Oral Surgeons because I thought it was my teeth, I googled pain in the face only to find TN. I went to my MD and he immediatly knew what it was. I have been taking Gabapentin. Started out 300mg once a day, then 3 times a day, now 600mg 3 times a day. The pain started out in my lower teeth, then upper teeth, it moved to my check and eye. All the pain I have read about describes exactly what I feel. Pain washing my face, brushing my teeth, talking, sleeping. From the shocking pain to the burning sensation in my teeth. I just read about the Laser Med center but was curiuos as to the price. Could you give me a price range. Also, I see that you have to stay there two weeks in order to get the treatment for 30 min twice a day.... Thanks to all for sharing your treatment. I keep seeing B-12 and Omega 3, but how much. I too am willing to try most anything but surgery and more drugs.
Laser Treatment
Posted by Steve (Las Vegas, Nevada) on 07/05/2013
As an energy healer what I do is focus the energy on the trigeminal nerves. It generally takes at least a few sessions to get the pain level down to a manageable level. There are lots of great healers listed on this site as well. But it hardly ever gets mentioned which is a big shame. So many people can be helped by this therapy alone. If there was a distance healing request page we could help a lot of people. Peace, Steve
Laser Treatment
Posted by Steve (Nevada) on 07/29/2013
Laser therapy is a good treatment option for Trigeminal Neuralgia. There is lots of international research that points to the fact that it is an effective therapy for TN. Here is a research link. It's written in medical research terminology but the gist of it is that Laser Therapy works.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11197651
$5600 is an awful lot of money for the treatment plus all the expenses. For that much money you can buy your own therapy laser and have unlimited treatments. In fact you can get one for a lot less than that. Many options out there.
Peace, Steve
Oil Pulling
Posted by Gary Tovey (Edmoton, Alberta Canada) on 03/19/2009
Sorry for using this way of contacting you, but I did not see anyware to place a post. So my question is do you know if this Oil Pulling has helped any one with Trigeminal Nerve disorder?
Gary Tovey
Vitamin B Depleted by Flax Seed Connection
Posted by Br549 (Lake Orion, Mi) on 05/17/2011
Bone cavities, if not fixed at the time of an extraction, will continue to cause radiating face pain. It's just like having a cavity in your tooth only it is in the bone above the tooth. It took 2-3 weeks after the extraction before the pain was completely gone and that is with a dentist that was familiar with bone cavities. Some are clueless as to what they are. The cavity was on my left side and it made the whole left side of my face ache.
Vitamin B Depleted by Flax Seed Connection
Posted by Debbie (Melbourne, Australia) on 07/26/2011
Pete, Saturated fats are actually needed by the body. The brain for one needs saturated fats. It is made up of saturated fat. Here is a youtube video on cholesterol and saturated fat and why we need it. I recommend you watch it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9HFZT5x9Xc
Vitamin B Depleted by Flax Seed Connection
Posted by Kenbkb (Glen Ellyn, Il) on 08/13/2011
I have been healed of this brutal affliction, trigeminal neuralgia, after suffering from it for over 10 years. The procedure was called a Balloon Gangliolysis. Anyone wanting to receive more information please contact me at kenbkb(at)wowway.com.
I realize how incredibly painful this is but I am living proof there is a remedy for it. Regards,
Ken
Vitamin B Depleted by Flax Seed Connection
Posted by Kimberly Ann (Usa) on 05/16/2018
Look for info and groups on AIP diet, auto immune protocol. Sounds similar to what you are describing
Peppermint Gum
Posted by Teresa (Ipswich, Ma) on 02/23/2010
★★★★★
You know I've actually noticed this but I assumed it was because of the jaw movements rather than the pepperment. I originally chewed the gum for fresh breath. I was also spoken to for chewing gum at school.
Peppermint Gum
Posted by Dee (Durham, Nc) on 02/21/2011
I don't understand why the mouthwash sometimes works, but I can concur with the effects of peppermint mouthwash. At one point, this became a very simple remedy for me, but over the years seems to have become less and less effective. I was diagnosed with TN in my mid-twenties and have been under a doctor's care on and off for more than twenty years.
Peppermint Gum
Posted by Ls (Houston, Texas) on 08/16/2011
I was diagnosed with TN about 2 weeks ago. I first notice the pain while putting on my make-up. Later I had pain in my teeth. Went to the dentist and he said nothing was wrong with my teeth. I went to a doctor in Mexico and I told him I had sinus infection. Well he checked me and said there was nothing wrong with my teeth or my sinus and but that he thought it had to do with my face muscle. A week later went the emergency room with the pain and I was diagnosed with TN. I know that TN does not cause paralyses but I feel my lips don't have that puffiness and a lot drier so I use a peppermint chap stick. It funny Peppermint was mention because when I put it on I don't know if it's the smell or what but it calms my pain too. Maybe I will try a peppermint tea.
B12, Omega 3, Facial Tissue Stimulation
Posted by Jackie (Cape Coral, Florida) on 03/01/2010
Dear Veerle (from Belgium)
I read your post regarding the use of Omega3 & B12. My wife suffers from TN. I have passed on the info gleaned from your post. She is taking two capsules of Omega3, twice a day. Plus one B12 capsule in the morning (1500mg).
She isn't one to take medication if at all possible. However, the pain associated with TN forces her to take 75mg (three tabs) at bedtime. If she would follow the doctors advice the dosage would be far greater.
Thanks a million for the info. Please feel free to share any other info that you come by. We will continue seeking info and relief. Spoke to her about acupuncture, but she's not leaning in that direction. We'll see! Thanks again, and good fortune in your search for relief. 'JR'
B12, Omega 3, Facial Tissue Stimulation
Posted by Nathalie (La-london, Us/england) on 06/22/2011
★★★★☆
This is directed to Luca and others who suffer from Tn as well as cluster headaches. I was diagnosed with both conditions, August 2010. Unfortunately, I suffered in pain without any relief for 9 months prior, as the doctors could not get a handle the fact that I had multiple conditions.
Firstly, Oxygen on level 7 works miracles for my clusters. I am also on Topamax but have reduced the dosage from 275mg to 50 mg over the year. Secondly, the TN did settle a little with Lyrica, but is wasn't until I started vitamin therapy that I started a significant change in my pain level. I still react to certain food enzymes and odours as well as cold air... However, I have gone from a daily pain threshold of 6-7 to a 1-3 from Glutathione and Meyers IV infusions. I recommend them. N
B12, Omega 3, Facial Tissue Stimulation
Posted by Dave (Fountain Inn, Sc) on 12/26/2014
Dear Elena,
Thank you for your question.
You mention that you have heard that CS will stain the side of face that the CS is applied to.
Well, I've used CS many times (100 ?) in topical applications and have no stains of grey or silver. Here's a test: Try a bit of the DMSO/CS on a white cloth and apply to some part of body that isn't normally seen...inner thigh for instance. No stain. But satisfy yourself first that such assertions are more misinformation by ill informed folks who just don't know what they are talking about.
Of course, I am talking about CS and not a Silver compound. But even silver creams are applied topically...so .... unless one is making Silver Nitrate I just don't see how Colloidal Silver...99.9 percent water with only a few atoms of silver per million molecules of water... can stain. But try a little using the test I outline. Goodness....even iodine stains when applied topically but disappears after an hour or so. But I've never seen any stain whatsoever with CS. Good luck attacking the Tri Gem. My theory is that it's a virus so the topical App of CS/DMSO could at least halt the progression. I liken it to shingles.
BHT and B12
Posted by Swfowkes (Cupertino, California) on 06/10/2022 46 posts
★★★★★
I disagree with Oscar on the B12 issue. The synergy between BHT and B12 was independently conformed by Ward Dean decades ago. BHT is lipid-soluble, B12 is water-soluble, so they work in different compartments in different ways. But both are classified as antiviral (catabolic, aerobic, acidifying) by Emanuel Revici's metabolic schema.
I had a shingles outbreak in my 40s due to allergic/toxic exposure to urethane adhesive. Trigeminal outbreak, two of three nerve paths, which responded quickly to BHT and B12. At 24 hours, the redness was dramatically reduced. By 48 hours, it was almost natural skin color. BTW, my outbreak was highly atypical in not being in any way painful. No pain, no itching, no neuropathy, only skin lesions. I had natural chicken pox as a child, so this outbreak was likely shingles. It was diagnosed as shingles by visual inspection by MD. And no shingles outbreaks since despite 25-30 years of aging.
White Radish, Ginger
Posted by Jeanene (Lyman SC) on 07/22/2021
Please tell me how often I should drink this and for how long a time period. What do you suggest be done with the radishes afterwards? Any help you can provide is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Ear Infection as Possible Cause
Posted by Reno (Memphis Tn) on 02/04/2017
Hi again fellow TN sufferers,
Everything I have posted to you I have done and haven't had an attack for 3 weeks. Until Tonight. Being Saturday night, the eve of Super Bowl 51, and after a lot of hard work, I thought I could reward myself a couple of shots of rum. WRONG! Within an hour I had an attack.
I knew this was my so called "period" for attacks and I should have known better.
So I am advising that you give up alcohol forever. I know it's like your best friend but actually it's your worst enemy. I have known this for years but from time to time I revert to the belief that there is something in the bottom of that bottle when there is nothing but heartache.
So if you have an attack and have had a drink in the last hour this could be your "trigger", or one of them....
Prolotherapy
Posted by Faerie Dogmother (Hawaii) on 01/06/2017
★★★★★
Prolotherapy & PRP. If your trigeminal neuralgia was caused by an injury or accident this might indeed be exactly what you need. It's a natural healing therapy done most frequently by Physiatrists, natural doctors (NDs) and sportsmedicine MDs. One of the leading practitioners in the world is in Hawaii (Hilo). It's premise is to heal.
Acupuncture
Posted by Faerie Dogmother (Hawaii) on 01/06/2017
Another great solution: Prolotherapy & PRP
Acupuncture
Posted by Shona (Nottinghamshire) on 02/16/2017
Hi there I think I have just developed TN. Janet it would be great to know which acupuncturist you saw id whether you think all can treat this nerve? and how you were first formally diagnosed with it. Thanking you. Shona.
Acupuncture
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 03/29/2021
Hello Lilli Ann, can you tell me how you are doing? I posted 8 years ago, had good look with the protocol I suggested. But now I am suffering from a relapse for 1 1/2 years, tried everything that helped me before. Resorted to meds 9 months ago. But now it is hit with such a violent vengeance that I am totally desperate. Your protocol looks interesting, I'll try anything now, including cutting off my head. But how are you doing now? It's four years later... Thanks for answering me. You could answer me privately if you want...thanks so much. Donna
Antioxidants, NMDA Antagonist, Diet
Posted by Nir (Israel) on 01/02/2017
You are so right! B12 aggravated my ATN also.
Seems many things that helps TN can aggravate ATN :(
Low Insulin Diet
Posted by Bee (Phoenix) on 02/02/2016
I have had Trigeminal Neuralgia for years, but have experienced extreme, immobilizing pain in the last three years.
I have been living on a low carbohydrate - keto diet in order to keep my blood sugar low, previously not connected (or so I thought) to TN. I'm, now, seeing a connection to high(er) insulin resulting in inflammation and flare ups of TN.
Now, being even more specific, Saturday I ate non gluten grains (not part of my regimen, but a treat), within 10 hours I had an episode, which is still happening today (3 days later). I'm not certain these are connected, however, I'm looking at all the aspects I can affect without drugs/surgery.
It has been researched that high insulin results in inflammation. Has anyone had experience with diet control resulting in TN remission?
If so, what are you doing and what has been your results.
Thank you, Bee
B12
Posted by Sara (Texas) on 10/17/2015
Thank You Steve, She will check her D3 levels and also thanks for the information on how much to use.
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
Posted by Alice (Europe) on 03/28/2018
@ Gary (North Carolina)
Are you still doing ok on the thiamine and how much do you take?
Thank you and please stay painfree,
Alice
Interferon
Posted by Natural Remedy Queen (Sarasota, Fl) on 06/24/2015
★★★★★
I suffered from Trigeminal Neuralgia on and off for about 15 years. I spent thousands of dollars going to Holistic Healers and trying natural remedies. The cause of the condition is Herpes. FINALLY, I found Hannah Kroeger's remedy for Herpes -- Interferon.
When you feel a bout of Trigeminal Neuralgia coming on -- do these 3 things:
1) Eat Interferon 3 meals a day until it goes away. The recipe for Interferon is: 1 cup cottage cheese mixed thoroughly with either 2 tbsp of walnut or almond oil.
2) At bedtime, take a double dose of an over the counter non-chewable antacid (Cimetidine). I use Tagamet.
3) Do not talk about the condition to anyone. Keep it to yourself.
Using these 3 steps, I have not suffered from Trigeminal Neuralgia in three years. Whenever I feel a tinge....a warning that it might be coming on, I follow these steps, and it backs off. Sometimes I need to do this for a few days. Luckily, I enjoy cottage cheese!
Interferon
Posted by Heidi (Michigan) on 09/01/2015
When you eat Interferon for treating
Trigeminal Neuralgia, where do you get it? Can it be bought over the counter? What is it?
Thank You! Heidi
Zapper
Posted by Prioris (Fl, US) on 03/26/2015
Cold Laser
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 10/28/2015
★★★★★
Thanks Lindajb...that does renew my confidence in encouraging people to try laser therapy. Mine did stop after the therapy in M beach...although pricey, as you said. It is worth a try if you can find someone near who has that type of laser. Interestingly mine started too after a dental procedure, and also on the opposite side from the dental work. Strange. But you're right about the stress.
Acupuncture, Multiple Remedies
Posted by Karenl (Pittsburgh, Pa) on 01/05/2015
What types of doctors are you going to ~ I am trying to find a holistic doctor to treat and heal this.
Acupuncture, Multiple Remedies
Posted by Joe (Bay Shore, New York) on 01/30/2015
I have been suffering with upper branch trigeminal nerve pain since a shingles outbreak Aug. 2013 . I had Acupuncture 2 times ( yesterday and today ) along with a small Lidoderm Lidocaine patch above my eye where the breakout first occurred . The Acupuncture gave me relief .
Acupuncture, Multiple Remedies
Posted by Greg (Tucson, Az) on 07/26/2015
I had microvascular decompression surgery performed, and it made TN WORSE. Now my hearing is gone, and zingers are worse.
Acupuncture, Multiple Remedies
Posted by Sharon (Georgia ) on 05/28/2022
Do you apply into the face or the back of the neck?
Acupuncture, Multiple Remedies
Posted by Steve (Nevada) on 11/06/2015
You may want to try a zapper which kills the virus with micro current. Therapeutic doses of olive leaf extract would be very helpful.
Acupuncture, Multiple Remedies
Posted by Mrs. Jones (Co) on 04/26/2016
Hi Lynn
We too live in CO and I was hoping that you could refer what osteopath you went to? My dad is dealing with this now and I'm hoping to find him some options for relief. Thanks!
Acupuncture, Multiple Remedies
Posted by Rose (Malaysia) on 12/14/2016
Dear mages,
Where did your loved one undergo the procedure?
I am thinking about the gamma knife and looking for the right surgeon. Please let me know asap.
Acupuncture, Multiple Remedies
Posted by Linda (Ohio) on 02/02/2017
The EFT is a sure fire winner. Give it a chance. On line its free by Gary Craig. Do not fall for the pay ones. Read as much of the beginning to understand what he is saying, then move on to learning the receipt on a page. I sometimes forget to use it, but as soon as I remember I do it, and sure enough the pain will decrease then maybe have to do it a seconded time. but it always works.
Vitamin D
Posted by Jes (Usa) on 01/04/2015
Dear Bee,
I read your post last night and have been researching since. I've also been praying about this, and believe I am supposed to try it. I DO have a diagnosis of both MS and Trigeminal Neuralgia, and the TN pain has been unbearable for the past four months.
In addition, I know my Vitamin D levels have been low in past years, and at one time I was on 10,000iu a day and still didn't max out my Vitamin D blood test numbers.
I don't see a neurologist anymore, as my Primary Care Doctor is fantastic, and much more naturopathic than any neurologist I've ever seen. My Doc supported me in taking 10,000iu of Vitamin D, and it's when I ran low and didn't refill that the TN really set in.
After reading your post last night, I put all of the pieces together. I'm writing to ask if you would be willing to share with me how much you took on a daily basis. If I weren't desperate from the pain, I wouldn't bother you. However, I deeply appreciate your consideration.
I'm looking forward to being able to praise God for a miracle, too. I praise Him for so many other things on a daily basis, even through the pain. I so hope that I might know what it is to be pain and pain medicine free, though.
I'm already on a gluten-free; sugar-free; and 90% dairy free diet. I can cut the other 10% out with no problem.
Many thanks for your consideration.
Vitamin D
Posted by JM (Perth, Western Australia ) on 11/25/2021
Hi Bee, I know this is an old post but I'm wondering if you get this could I correspond with you directly? The Hotmail email you originally posted on this site is no longer valid. Even if you'd rather not have direct contact -and you do get this - I'd love to hear how you are going - hopefully well!
Thank you for sharing the information about vitamin D therapy. It really gives me a lot of hope and I've been doing lots of investigating since reading this.
Cheers JM
Vitamin D
Posted by Dolores (MA) on 10/26/2023
Would like to know the maintenance dose taken by this person who was on high dose of vit D
Craniosacral Therapy
Posted by Angela (Toronto, Ontario) on 11/24/2014
★★★★☆
Hi there,
My mother (69) has trigeminal neuralgia and has found some relief with Craniosacral therapy.
Thanks,
Angela
General Feedback
Posted by Leonardo (Quebec) on 06/30/2021
Coconut oil by mouth or locally applied?
Trigeminal Neuralgia Diet
Posted by Francine (Vermont, USA) on 10/10/2014
Hi, I am suffering from TN for 10 years...I am glad to find this site...just started tonight...not able to sleep (too much pain). It started after the removal of a meningioma tumor in september 2004....the three branches are painful. Please help me here someone...the only thing I know is the meds given by too many doctors over the years make me so sick that I cannot even get out of my house....My younger children (12 and 9) never saw me healthy....i was pregnant with my little one when they remove the tumor...My oldest daughter(18yrs) barely remember...I am so sad and depressed to have loose all these years to be just a spectator of their lives and the life of my husband. May someone can tell or suggest me where I should start with....i am sorry to complain but I am at the end of my rope...
Trigeminal Neuralgia Diet
Posted by Nanowriter (Hotspot, Texas) on 10/10/2014
Francine, you may have a viral infection in the nerves. Dave Thomas uses colloidal silver topically and internally for viruses. You can look on here for his protocols against Bell's palsy, which seems similar to TN.
I like to use vitamin C--make up a paste with it and some vitamin E and place it over the painful area. Other good antivirals are lemon balm, olive leaf extract and lysine (1000 mg 3x per day).
I would just start taking different antivirals orally as well as experiment with some topically and see what makes the pain go away.
Trigeminal Neuralgia Diet
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 10/10/2014
Dear Francine,
I am sorry you have had this pain for all these years and with little ones to raise...
If I could add a couple of things to Nanowriter's great advice...
Mullein Root is suggested by a couple of herbalists for TGN. It isn't easy to find, but I found some here to use for another purpose and I think it is a good brand:
https://www.beneficialbotanicals.com/tincture-information/mullein-root.html
I would also consider adding extra virgin coconut oil to your diet, up to 3 Tablespoons a day.
Please keep us posted on what you try and how it goes. I hope you will be feeling better very soon.
~Mama to Many~
Trigeminal Neuralgia Remedies
Posted by Ms Joy Arora (New Delhi, India) on 08/10/2013
I am in acute pain from trigeminal neuralgia-treatment. No benefits from allopathic since 10 days.
Trigeminal Neuralgia Remedies
Posted by Baldev (Maharashtra, India) on 08/12/2013 184 posts
Hi Joy, I can imagine the pain you must be going through. You should alkalize your body, it may give you some relief. You can try with ACV and sodium bi carbonate and also after 30 to 45 minutes of meals 1/4 tea spoon of sodium bi carbonate in a cup of water. You can also apply magnesium oil on the painful area. All this should give you some relief in the pain along with what ever medication you are taking. I am in Mumbai, if you have someone here, I can give some Magnesium Oil which you can try. I can be contacted on 09322887066. Good Luck. Baldev
B12
Posted by Pain In Seattle (Seattle, Wa) on 05/08/2013
B12 must be accompanied by B1. European studies showed that B12 injections and mixed with B1 injections (each cc mixed in a injection) help to relieve Trigeminal Neuralgia. It takes a few weeks until all symptoms show a large decline. Don't be fooled; B12 isn't as effective as the total mix.
B12
Posted by Trish (Europe, Eu) on 05/08/2013
In what ratio?
B12
Posted by Susan (Seattle, Wa) on 06/21/2013
For Trish: Ratio should be the same for each; one cc of B12 and one cc of B1. B1 is the painful injection. My doctor gives me some lydocaine to help dull the pain. Another course of action would be to get just the B12 injection and take a good B1 complex vitamin. Get the B12s twice a week, and take the B1 vitamin orally everyday.
I have also noticed my shocks get worse from Splenda. So I did some research; yes, Splenda can cause seizures in people who have never had seizures before. Very strange.
So watch your diet; it is important.
B12
Posted by Ramon (Monterey Park, Ca) on 09/21/2013
Is the dosage of B12 1000mcg, and B1 100mg as specified in the bottles OTC? And how long is the treatment - 8 weeks, 12 weeks, etc. ? Thank you for your feedback, Susan!
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by In Pain (Seattle, Wa) on 03/23/2013
Hello: where do you get the cell salts and the Magnesium that helped you? Thank you so much.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by In Pain In Seattle (Seattle, Wa) on 03/25/2013
In response to person that mentioned cell salts: I could find the cell salts at the local super supplement stores but it did not come in 12x only 6c or 30c. Since you are experienced using this I wonder if you could give me more advice or refer me to a book or something?
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Anchorage, Ak) on 07/01/2013
To In Pain in Seattle, I am sorry, I have been travelling and haven't looked for awhile. I am still completely pain free 4 months after the laser therapy so I now believe it really did help. In answer to the cell salts, go ahead and take the 30C. There is a homeopathic mixture called nerve fix all one word.... It has the ingredients I use plus a few more. I haven't tried it, but since I am pain free now I am not even using the salts. There are some interesting articles on B12 and B1 for TN. I still take my oils, magnesium and B12. I will try to look at this site more often...
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Pain In Seattle (Seattle, Wa) on 07/17/2013
Hi Donna: please continue to check back and let us know how you are with your trigeminal neuralgia (TN). I am researching the Laser Med treatment center in S. Carolina but also have ordered the Cell Salts too. I have also been going to an upper cervical chiropractor only recently. So far my pain has been increasing, with the chiropractor but it has been only 2 adjustments. Just took the cell salts. Can't believe the pain and I am on 600 mg of Tegretol. Must go to another Neurologist too.
Well anyway, I know that remissions of trigeminal neuralgia can make one think that certain remedies work and others don't so it is hard. I tried some Biogetica.com homeopathic stuff for TN and it worked for 2 years but now does not. So I pray your cell salts help me, itleast so I can try the Upper Cervical Chiropractor long enough to give it a fair try.
Going across the country, blindly, to the LaserMed Center is a hard decision. With the treatment costing $5600 and plane fare and hotel fare and everything else, we are looking at $7000 or more for the 3 weeks treatment. And it could be something that only works for a short time. So I am still deliberating on this. I have had trigeminal neuralgia for 5 1/2 years but the first couple of years things seemed to work so much better than now.
So don't forget, keep us informed about the LaserMed Surgery.
My warning, though, don't go to a chiropractor for their LaserMed treatments. After I tried one, stupidly, it has caused me much more pain and now I am in this situation. The LaserMed center told me these kind of treatments at the chiropractor, using the Laser on only the pain paths, can cause more pain. Well of course, my personal experience tells me that now. I wish someone had warned me. LaserMed in S. Carolina, I believe, works on a different principle.
Coconut Oil, FIsh Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Pain In Seattle (Seattle, Wa) on 07/17/2013
Dear Donna: I kept searching for the cell salts that you mentioned in your blog.
Since the laser treatment at a regular chiropractor, my condition has worsened about 80% or so; it has been 3 weeks and I seem to have it triggered by long noxious odors like bleach, burned gasoline, insecticides, etc. Well each time it gives me episode of horrible pain that lasts for 15 hours or so. This time I also found the cell salts that I ordered in my cupboard (Last night) and tried it. After 30 minutes, the pain went away. I had to do it again, 2 hours later, but then the pain went away. I slept and until the pain came back, took it again, as the company clearly explains to, and the pain went away. I have not had any pain now for 13 hours and if I get the smaller shocks, (as I have been even with the Tegretol for the past wks) I will take it again, but if not, I will assume that my body is healing and balancing itself. One of your cell salts mentions how it heals and balances inflamed tissue, which I think is what happened at the regular Chiropractor, With this K-Laser treatment.
Let me clarify, this K-Laser is about $4000, and my naturopath mentions that they teach the awareness of it for back aches or muscle pain.
Your mixture was nothing short of miraculous for me and the company obviously is very, very generous with their information. I have learned alot and will always have these cell salts on hand. thank you so much. I am early in the use of them, but I will keep this group informed. I am still going to continue to try the upper cervical chiropractor too.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Louwrence (Rustenburg) on 07/26/2013
Pain in Seatle, Please look up on the net Sharry Edwards (Bioacoustics) plus Bob Beck Protocol & maybe that is what you need to treat your condition.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 08/27/2013
Reply to Pain in Seattle.... I'm sorry I have not followed this thread for awhile. I was very happy to hear that the cell salts have really helped you. I just wrote to another person today who has written about TN. I have been absolutely pain free for 6 months now. I am back in Europe, something I thought would be impossible a year ago. I rarely take the cell salts (as you wrote, you only take them when you have symptoms), but I never fail taking the magnesium, sublingual B12 and oil - coconut or olive oil, 2-3 T. Daily. I am still convinced the laser treatment took it completely away. I tried upper cervical twice, but fear it triggered it again. I kind of believe it really would help to continue it, but am nervous to try it now... Let sleeping dogs lie! Anyway, I am again living completely normally, and even without fear. The big thing about the lasermed center is the price. I don't know why insurance won't at least help on it. But I also know from experience that these natural measures made it so I could live with it. Of course, I am thankful to have no symptoms now. I'll try to keep following along... and I'd love to hear how you are doing.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 10/08/2013
Just checking in again. I am now 7 months pain free. I had my first VERY MINOR TWITCHES in 6 1/2 months, took cell salts, and no more twitches. I still do sublingual B12 and magnesium. To Pain in Seattle, I sincerely hope the salts are still helping you. I do think they are miraculous. Are you still having the horrible pains since you started the salts? Are you still considering LaserMed? If you want to email me directly, I would be glad to give you my email address. It is donna.j(at)seznam(dot)cz. I would be glad to hear from you (or anyone else still suffering).
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by David Gruesbeck (Alma, Michigan) on 11/04/2013
I have tried Colloidal Silver, not much help. My family Dr put me on Time Release Tegretol 400mg. No Help.
He referred me to a Neurologist at MSU. That doctor gave me same drug, just lower dose, (200mg) but x3 morning night. BAD Deal!!! Horrible!
So, MSU doctor switched me to Belcofen (bell+clow+fen) 10 mg 3 times a day - Praise God! Whew! It isn't totaly perfect as I once in awhile have a rough time getting pills down in morning.
I am thinking I may have to increase 5mg, but won't unless under Dr order.
I want to find something nature gives us to fix it. Tired of just more drugs.
The one person said Gabapentin. I take 1200mg twice daily, but that is for the Diabetic Neuropathy.
If anyone has had diabetic Neuropathy, they know it is horrible painful! Again, Nervous system.
Diabetes is taking its toll on me, my last A1C was 4.9, just to let some know, I do take it seriously.
My highest A1C was 6.8 because of an infection.
The best way I can describe TN to people is, take two wires from a AC outlet and stick it to your face!
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Pat (Washington) on 11/17/2013
Dear Donna:
you had gone to the LaserMed Center and went about 7 months with no symptoms. then you started feeling some minor symptoms. YOu went back on the cell salts (good choice) but I wanted to tell you that when I called LaserMed they told me once in a great rare time, a patient will have to have the treatment twice. So don't lose your hope about it curing you for life.
Keep in touch and let us know how you are doing.
Pat
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Kristin (Germany) on 09/16/2014
Have to be careful with Schuessler Salts, only 3 can be combined at a time, but can be taken 3 to 6 times a day.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Tamika (Dallas Tx) on 12/21/2014
Hi my brother is suffering really bad from Trigeminal Neualgia he is in so much pain - has anyone ever tried Electroacupuncture? I saw this online and will take him for a treatment. I will also start the B12, Magnesium and Fish Oil that's recommeneded here- please offer anymore advice if you can - he will be here tomorrow and I want to make sure I'm fully prepared to help him. Thanks!
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Alaska, US) on 12/21/2014
Hello Tamika, I am so sorry about your brother. Definitely try the cell salts too...I have had quite a bit of feedback on them, a great help if not a cure. I am still pain free. Let me know about the electro acupuncture....Donna
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Steve (Nevada, US) on 12/22/2014
I think the electro-acupuncture would be helpful. Also have him check out the supplement GABA which is known to calm down nerve pain and muscle pain. Cold laser therapy, EFT (emotional freedom technique) and energy healing are also worth exploring as they have a good track record for relieving pain as well.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Brittany (Canada) on 03/22/2015
Hello, after suffering for about 7 years amd trying all western medical medicine had to offer including 5 different surgeries, I had micro vascular decompression done which worked for about 4 years. Now it's started to occur in the same way on the other side. I can not imagine doing this again. Can you ball park the cost for the laser? Thanks so much
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 03/22/2015
I'm so sorry to hear yours has returned. I'm two years pain free now. The laser cost about 7,000 dollars. I'm ambiguous now about knowing if that was what really 'cured' me...I've been in touch with some who hasn't had such good results. I still attribute my 'success' to the multiple things I was doing. I believe I would still consider the laser if mine returns, which I hope and pray it doesn't. I am consistent about doing the magnesium and B12...and hope that will keep my nerves healthy enough to never get TN again. You can email me if you want more info or google TN laser S. Carolina and you will find it. I do wish you speedy help...the sooner the better.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Bessie (Pa) on 10/25/2015
Donna, how did you discovered those things/dosages would be helpful? Was it a boom, article or doctor? My stepmom has TN and the medicine is not working. We're desperate for a solution! Your method is worth a shot. Just wondering how you came to it because everyone's body is different. We want to make sure to try something that will safely help her. Thanks!
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 10/27/2015
★★★★★
Dear Bessie, It's really hard to say. I did a lot of research after getting my first ray of hope/help from homeopathy. My naturopath prescribed the B12, coconut oil, I read about magnesium, and experimented with the cell salts (because they are related to homeopathy). And then did the laser. But I am in touch with a few people and none have had the results I've had... so it's hard to really know what helped me. I was so confident about all these things because of still being 100% pain free but no one else I am in touch with is. I don't know if they are doing all these things that I did. Everyone's body is different...
As I have written before, I still do the coconut oil, magnesium and B12. I use cell salts occasionally, but not for TN now, but for other things. A lot of it is just research and looking for anything that might help...I don't know how helpful this is to you. Please feel free to email me....I can send you some of the sites I have looked at and some of the things I've researched. I hardly look now as I don't have any symptoms whatsoever. So I really hope that you can find some help for your mother. It is a dreadful condition. Donna
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Susan (Fullerton ) on 01/02/2016
Hi! Question: What are Kali Phos, Mag Phos, Cal Phos, Fer Phos? Does Phos mean phosphate?
EC: Hi Susan,
These are names of Cell Salts, a group of homeopathic remedies made from minerals. Google for more information!
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Imran Ahmad (Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.) on 03/25/2016
My Dear I am 34 year male. I am involved in Trigeminal Neuralgia disease after a horizontal wisdom tooth extraction. Dear I am very worry to this pain. In my country no proper treatment and I didn't want to do surgery. My pain is on my right side please help me if you have any treatment. Now I am taking pills tegretol and beclofen from last 3 years butt now these tablets are not effective. Kindly help me I'll be thankful to you.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 03/29/2016
Dear Imran, I am very sorry to hear about your pain. I have no idea what natural medical treatments are available in your country. If you have the possibility of seeing a homeopathic doctor, that would be my best recommendation. It is a difficult condition to treat, but not impossible, I am still painfree after 3 years, so I do feel there is hope. I wish you all the best.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Priscilla Singh (Fiji) on 06/17/2016
My husband is suffering from TN and I am really worried about his condition. Doctors have prescribed medication but he gets only temporary relief and is in a lot of pain.
A homeopathy doctor has recommended that he stops have any dairy products which he has.....still no improvement. Am interested in the cell salts that have been mentioned and hope to get check with my pharmacist today.
We are scheduled to see a neuro specialist next week.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 06/18/2016
Dear Priscilla, I am very sorry about your husband's pain. Have you read the input on cold laser treatment? I don't know if it is available where you are. Has the homeopath prescribed any remedies?
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Suseeq (Sydney, Australia) on 06/18/2016
My husband had TM. Everything we tried didn't work. Only the oil pulling did.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Constance Klushkan (Yakutat, Alaska) on 11/05/2016
Hi Donna, I Just wanted to say I am from Alaska also and have been suffering from this terrible disease (Trigeminal neuralgia) for the past 12 years. I am grateful for finding the information you provided on this site and am currently taking the regimen you suggested and it is working. I had the microvascular decompression procedure done in 2011 and it didn't work unfortunately. I know these posts are old but, are you still taking the regimen and is it still working for you? Once again thank you for passing the information on it has been a god send.
Coconut Oil, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Cell Salts
Posted by Donna (Alaska) on 11/08/2016
Dear Constance, thank you for your email. What a coincidence, I lived in Yakutat in 1973! Also for a little while in 1987... It's a beautiful place when the sun shines! Yes, I do continue on this regime, I don't do the cell salts now as I have no pain, but I faithfully continue to B12, magnesium and coconut oil (not as rigidly as I did when in pain). I have been pain free for 3 3/4 years now so I am thankful. I am so glad to hear this regime is helping you... Please feel free to write me through my email address: donna.j(at)seznam.cz. I would love to hear from you.
Donna
Colliodal Silver, DMSO
Posted by Dave (Fountain Inn, SC) on 04/05/2013
The liquid, composed of colloidal silver and DMSO, is used to soak a white paper towel. Press against the hurting area of face. Use a few tablespoons of colloidal silver and add about twenty drops of DMSO. Hold on surface of hurting area: that, in theory, is where the nerves are infected by the viral infection. If the TN is of long duration, there may be nerve damage but at least the virus will be killed and it should not spread down neck or worse, up into the brain.
Apply the mixture of colloidal silver and DMSO to a white paper towel to the surface of the skin where you are hurting. The silver will kill the virus and the DMSO will carry it to the into the skin. Be careful not to let the liquid in the towel to get into eyes. Apply every third day. If the TN has been present for a long time then the nerves may be damaged but at least the silver solution will kill the virus/fungus and should go no further...down the neck or worse, up to the brain. Apply every third day for at least a month. If you suspect virus has gone to brain, I would apply same poultice of silver solution and DMSO to base of skull... base of neck and again, the DMSO will carry the silver to brain to kill the virus there.
Colliodal Silver, DMSO
Posted by David Gruesbeck (Alma, Michigan) on 11/04/2013
Someone wrote this part wrong! It should NOT be two (2) Tablespoons.
100 drops of Colloidal Silver a minumum of 10 PPM, and 10 drops DMSO.
Put on a toilet tissue, (on tissue folded into a square [folded and the folded again])
DMSO by itself will penetrate any human skin, even including the tongue. Be very careful with the DMSO as it will penetrate many manmade materials as well.
DMSO is used to carry any type of medicines into the skin and can penetrate quite deeply.
Take care, Colloidal Silver 10 PPM will do things to your face, make the skin tawt. Not pliable. I have used C Silver for over a week without any success.
Some recipes call for 6 applications a day for 3 days. Some say 3 times a day for a week. I think it is basically a trial and error deal. What works for one person may not another.
From reading many people's input on TN, it appears that most of you do not know where TN comes from or its origin.
It originates from the 5th Nerve out of the Cranium. That 5th nerve then seperates into 5 Nerves.
Two of them control the right and the left Jaw areas. The other 3 control the rest of our frontal facial area(s).
I have the Right TN (or right Jaw). That Nerve come from behind the ear. It passes through two Salivia and taste glands.
This is the reason why when we put anything in our mouth, the nerve is instantly affected.
What I have found that does help (drug free) is to mash your toungue to the roof of your mouth, you can then at least swallow. Getting Pills down, this can help emensely!
I have used the internet to my advantage, and I use anything that will give me information! From any website, which includes Amazon.com.
Amazon as most know has Feedback, some of us just say a few words and thats all while others are very elaborate and that is where I found out about Colloidal Silver in much more detail.
Colloidal Silver, there is many different strengths, the Colloidal Silver that is below 10 ppm is not designed for internal use and most is 2 to 5 is for exterenal use only and is a rust color.
For Internal Use; 10 ppm and above is for internal use, it is clear like water.
For TN you need to use at least 10 to 11 ppm.
Colloidal Sliver also will heal other things, such as Heart Burn. for Heart Burn: 3 teaspoons a day for a week. I learned that on Amazon feedback. The fellow taking it was taking for another reason, he had been ailing with it so badly that his diet was affected and taking drugs didn't even help and had aflicted him most of his life. He all of a sudden noticed that Jalopenia didn't bother anymore, he could eat hot sauce and not be bothered by it. Yea, it cured his Heart Burn.
I talked to the local Natural Foods place in town, he told me, it doesn't matter then name brand, what you need to a minimum of 10ppm or higher. Roger's Foods, he sells natural remedies, Herbs, oils, organic stuff and at a price I cannot buy cheaper elsewhere, even including mail order catalogs. $22.50 for 8 ounces of NOW Silver Col.
Colliodal Silver, DMSO
Posted by Christine (Sydney, Australia) on 03/15/2014
Can u advise how to apply and what dosage and duration for TM Neuralgia.
Colliodal Silver, DMSO
Posted by Dave (Fountain Inn, Sc) on 03/16/2014
To Christine,
Re TN...
You ask how to use the Colloidal Silver with DMSO. Easy to do....Apply about two tablespoons of each (maybe more of CS because the DMSO will sting a bit if not sufficiently diluted) and soak a white (WHITE) cloth and apply on affected area for at least ten minutes. The idea is if the TN is being caused by a virus the CS (and the DMSO is anti viral too, as well as a carrier) will kill the virus....
Repeat three times weekly.
I only have direct experience with Bells Palsey which is believed to be a virus running along the side of face; same theory. I killed the BP in fifteen minutes...unlocked a frozen right side of face that quickly. (The RIGHT side of my face was frozen...very embarrassing for a conservative....HA.)
Unless the virus has damaged nerves, results should be rapid. So assuming nerve damage, I'd also take Cal AEP (not just calcium... the key is the AEP) which works to rebuild nerves on cellular level...Google "Nutrition Review, Calcium AEP"... EVERYONE should be on Cal AEP...a miracle nutrient!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Colliodal Silver, DMSO
Posted by Stan Uy (Manila) on 04/08/2017
Dave, I dont want to apply dmso anywhere near my eye. Is there any other area where I can apply it to ease the pain? Thanks
Alkaline Diet, Peppermint Oil
Posted by Ashwini (Houston, United States) on 01/22/2014
Please elaborate on the procedure. I'd like to try the treatment on using the colloidal silver poultice. How do I exactly prepare it and where do I apply? Thanks, Ashwini
Alkaline Diet, Peppermint Oil
Posted by Dave (Fountain Inn, Sc) on 01/22/2014
Hello Ashwini,
Re how to do the topical application of CS and DMSO for Trigeminal Neuralgia ...
My post on this first cited an authority connecting a virus with TN and then I laid out how to prepare Colloidal Silver with DMSO. I get a white paper towel and soak it till very wet and nearly dripping. Then I apply to the surface of the skin where the TN pain is located.
Please re-read my post (to which you posted on the thread). The article I wrote was precise as to proportions and how often to use.
If you have other questions please write back.
Alkaline Diet, Peppermint Oil
Posted by Dave (Fountain Inn, Sc) on 07/16/2014
Hello Jana,
Thank you for your addition to the thread...
You add a knowledge of genome and DNA that I am not able to bring...
In your practice do you use Colloidal Silver or just the zapper...or both?
Alkaline Diet, Peppermint Oil
Posted by Tom (Usa) on 04/28/2017
Dave, how often are you using the combination of CS and DSMO?
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Oldriska (Prague, Czech Republic) on 11/27/2012
Hi everyone, I suffer from atypical trigeminal neuralgia, for which I take Lyrica, antidepressants, sublingual B12 and magnesium.
I've recently added MSM to my daily regime because I read many positive reviews on this supplement. I have since noticed that my pain has gone up in intensity, and I started getting pain also in my knees and arms and I pant like an old dog when I do any simple physical activity (I am 33 y.o. female and used to be in good shape til ATN hit me last year). I take the powder form, 1 teaspoon in a glass of water before bedtime. Maybe it's too much? How long does it usually take before one notices any positive change?
Many thanks for your replies, Oldriska
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Timh (Louisville, Ky, Usa) on 11/27/2012 2048 posts
Oldriska: You seem to be doing some good therapy. Try taking the MSM 2 or 3 times thru the day and not before retiring. Take the Amino Acid GABA (1 grm) before retiring. Try Mineral hot baths (which is good for about everything). I use Agriculture grade micronized minerals from local farmers supply co.
B12
Posted by P (Seattle, Washington) on 08/23/2012
★★★★★
Hi again; this is P from Bothell. I have found that taking Glutamine helped me heal faster from the gluten allergy and the malabsorption problem and also prayer (bigtime) and now I seem to be able to go with just one B12 injection about every 6 days or once a week for maintenanance (of no symptoms. ) this is considered (I believe) a therapeutic injection, on my insurance but would like insurance companies to know that this is for pain control. Still have out of pocket expenses (such as co-insurance, about $10. 50 an injection) but it is worth it if it controls the pain. B12 (hydrocobalamine) is FDA approved and B1 complex given together in one injection is what I have been recieving. All B12 has to convert to methocobalamine to be absorbed by the body. Stay away from cyanacobalamine-it is not the same thing... And has cyanide in it. Few traditional doctors know this it seems.
Hope this news helps someone. I did try the biogetical herbs but after 6 months they didn't help anymore. The B12 seems to be working...... So far... so good.
My advice to T. Smalls is get the B12 and B1 injections (in one injectable)for Trigeminal Neuralgia or go to a certified homeopathic doctor who can prescribe an individual treatment plan for you, if the Biogetical herbs stop working.
Alkaline Diet, Peppermint Oil
Posted by Krishan (San Jose, California) on 09/28/2015
Hi - My Wife suffers from Trigiminal neuralgia since August 2008. Could u let me the above mentioned supplements where can I order them.and are they helpful in Trigeminal Neuralgia. Plz do mention if it has any side effects. Thanking u in adavnce, Krishan
Homeopathy
Posted by Ljbows (Albany Ohio) on 03/28/2014
★☆☆☆☆
I have been suffering from TN post dental implant since May. It worsened in November when the weather turned colder. As most sufferers will tell you, cold is an enemy of this superficial facial nerve. Although it appears I am one of the few who experiences it in the Ophthalmic branch of the Trigeminal, I still have a portion of my upper lip and cheek involved and have had difficulty eating/ chewing/ brushing teeth/ flossing at times. I have not found the Biogetica products specially formulated for Tn to work for me and resorted to Gabapentin. I was good for about 6 weeks and began to get back into life and have had a week of setbacks recently. Has anyone had any experience with the Laser Med Clinic in Myrtle Beach ?
Homeopathy
Posted by P (Tacoma, Wa) on 03/21/2012
Hi. Yes I have just started Biogetica.com again, with the homeopathy for Trigeminal Neuralgia (OM 13 and Trigeminal Neuralgia CM the Ayruvedic herb combination) The herbs are something new for me. Maybe they make the homeopathic pellets work faster. I am also on 900 mg of Trileptal right now for pain until the Homeopathy kicks in. My question is how long did it take for the pellets to start working for you? This is the first time the trileptal at this dose really doesn't relieve the shocks so I need someone to tell me how long I need to wait. Thank you.
Also I found that B12 injections, took me about 2 months before they started to work to reduce pain. It allowed me to reduce Trileptal to 225 mg instead of 900 mg. (but couldn't get off the pain meds without more symptoms but only tried B12 for 2 1/2 months) I found the injections hard to continue- (cost and inconvenience) so I am transitioning from that to homeopathy now-unless I can't wait and the pain gets too bad.
Homeopathy
Posted by Tn_will_cure (Usa) on 09/06/2013
Did the homeopathy remedy help anybody here in this? I am on Tegratol 600 to 800 and now 1200 mg and it is increasing.. Any help is appreciated.
Homeopathy
Posted by Tony (Spokane, WA) on 03/11/2012
How long were you on the homeopathic remedy before you noticed the pain was gone? did you ever go back on the Trileptal?
DMSO
Posted by David (Alma, Michigan) on 11/04/2013
DMSO comes full strength. It is a chemical. Bing or yahoo it.
DMSO
Posted by Jody (Tryon nc) on 12/06/2023
Hi! My mom and sister suffer from Trigeminal Neuralgia. My mom had the gamm(?) knife surgery and now suffers from over radiation pain..
I am studying ways to help them. Unfortunately, they r not very open to natural treatments but I'm still trying. lol. I have found dmso and think it could be a step in the right direction. Have u used it and did it help? Also any other ideas or thoughts?
thank you!
jody
DMSO
Posted by Brooksie (Louisiana, US) on 11/05/2014
I was recently diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuralgia. However, I have only had numbness and a little shock wave here and there for the past 3 months. I am told that it could progress and would like to stop it in its path. Could you please give me more information on the doctor you recommend. And, are you still pain free?
DMSO
Posted by Vera (Colorado) on 12/08/2023
My trigeminal neuralgia was caused by a badly done filling. The tooth was so damaged that I eventually chose to have it pulled. The neuralgia completely cleared up a few months after that.
B12
Posted by P (Bothell, Usa) on 01/29/2012
Sheila: Hi. I figured that I had a malabsorption problem because it usually accompanies a gluten allergy. My Vitamin D levels were only on the small side of average (after a blood test at the doctor) and that is after taking 5000 mg a day of Vitamin D. I also tested for thyroid antigens of TPO and TGO and they were really off the normal amount. I am not sure if you have Classic Trigeminal Neuralgia or not, but vitamin B12 injections take some time to work; about 8-12 injections over a period of a few weeks-and then they do work for the above disorder. Taking oral vitamin B didn't work for me, as it might for others who do not have my disorder. (classic TN)It is important to be diagnosed with the correct disorder so you know what will be effective or not.
My best advice to you is see if your doctor is willing to give you the B12 (methocarbo--with the B1 complex- 1cc of each) it least twice a week, and don't go off the antiseizure meds until you see a real reduction in symptoms. B12 injections are now covered by my insurance company (Regence of Washington) Some neurologists are also prescribing oral B12 but the oral kind is not potent enough for me. (ho hum.... ) MS patients also are being prescribed B12 injections. It helps the pain and disorder of the nerves.
Another way to help the pain is to try homeopathic remedies. We get a lot of our prescription drugs from India in the US. (such as glenmark mfg. ) I have used their kit for Trigeminal Neuralgia. It can take 1-2 months to work though, but gradually you will see a reduction in symptoms and can get off your anti-seizure meds completely in about 2 months or so.
Hope this helps. I know my neurologist advises surgery for everyone but I will wait as long as I can.
B12
Posted by Nishka (Johannesburg, South Africa) on 10/18/2013
What kit are you referring to from Glenmark
Upper Cervical Chiropractics
Posted by P (Seattle, Wa) on 01/03/2012
★★★☆☆BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS
Just wanted to warn people: after my 4th adjustment from the cervical chiropractor, I had about 14 shocks in a 3 hr period following. I think I irritated my nerves more and sometimes things have to get worse before they get better--but I don't want to continue. For some people, this manipulation may work, but be aware that it can be painful at first, for Trigeminal Neuralgia.
