The Pain Corner

I Don’t Have A Migraine: The Worst Neurology Consultation

Come next year, when I go back for a consultation, I'll be asking for a new neurologist.

Trigeminal Neuralgia and the Codeine Ban: I’m Pregnant

"You can't take codeine when you're pregnant."

I’m Pregnant: The Ovary Episodes

In June, I'd been feeling dizzy with stomach cramps and extreme fatigue. I pretty much always feel sick and tired, so this wasn't anything unusual, but the cramps without the period were getting getting pretty annoying after a few days.

What To Expect When You Have An Electromyography (EMG)

Yes, I had one of those painful nerve tests.

What To Expect When You Start Taking Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline is the medication I am asked about most often.

I Have Chronic Pain, But I’m Still Allowed To Have A Life

I have trigeminal neuralgia and I'm allowed to have a life.

What Is The Difference Between Nerve Pain and Regular Pain?

I have trigeminal neuralgia and my brain thinks I'm in pain all the time. It's really difficult to explain to anyone who doesn't live with neuropathic (nerve) pain.

Why Is Trigeminal Neuralgia Called ‘The Suicide Disease’?

Even if we can be sure a death was suicide, how can we be sure that someone took their own life due to having trigeminal neuralgia?