What is Trigeminal Neuralgia (Face pain)?

Trigeminal neuralgia, also called tic douloureux. It is a condition that affects the trigeminal nerve, one of the largest nerves in the head. Trigeminal neuralgia is characterized by a sudden, severe, electric shock-like or stabbing pain. It is typically felt on one side of the jaw or cheek Some people have mild, occasional twinges of pain, while others have frequent, severe, electric-shock-like pain.