Trigeminal Neuralgia Update December 16

I thought it would be good to give a small update even though there’s not much change yet. The doctor said it may be two weeks to three weeks before the new medications kick in. I also have to draw down on the gabapentin over the next week or so. Dr. said not to go cold turkey.

I notice there is a little less pain but not much different. I remain optimistic and have only been on the new med for four days. I can talk slightly better with less pain but eating is still excruciating. It is good thing I like to eat! Drinking from a straw (I normally drink like that now) still hurts but slightly less. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers,
God bless all of you.