A Patient Is Diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuralgia and Reports Having

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Multiple Choice

A patient is diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia and reports having paroxysms several times each day. What is the initial treatment for this patient?

• A) A combination of baclofen, lamotrigine, and phenytoin
• B) A high dose of carbamazepine with subsequent titration downward
• C) Botox injections or intranasal lidocaine as needed
• D) Low doses of anticonvulsants with gradual increase as needed

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