Specialist diagnosis and surgical cure for trigeminal neuralgia — ending severe facial pain with safe, effective procedures for patients across Ernakulam and Kerala.
Trigeminal neuralgia is one of the most painful conditions known to medicine. It causes sudden, severe, electric shock-like pain in the face — usually on one side — that can last from a few seconds to several minutes. The pain is caused by irritation or compression of the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensation from the face to the brain.
Dr. Ganesh V.L provides expert trigeminal neuralgia treatment in Kochi, including medications, nerve blocks, and surgical options — helping patients from Ernakulam, Kottayam, and across Kerala live pain-free lives.
Trigeminal neuralgia is often misdiagnosed as a dental problem initially. See a neurosurgeon in Kochi if you experience:
If you or a family member experiences any of these symptoms, please bring your MRI or CT scan to your first appointment for a same-day assessment.
If dental treatment hasn't relieved your facial pain, it may be trigeminal neuralgia. Bring your MRI or CT scan to your consultation — Dr. Ganesh V.L will examine your case and recommend the best treatment plan.
Book ConsultationTrigeminal neuralgia can often be managed with medications initially. For patients where medications fail or cause side effects, highly effective surgical options are available.
The gold standard surgical treatment and the only procedure that addresses the root cause. A small opening behind the ear allows the surgeon to move the blood vessel compressing the trigeminal nerve and place a protective cushion. Over 90% of patients get immediate pain relief. Long-term cure rates are the best of any treatment.
A needle is inserted through the cheek into the skull base to reach the trigeminal nerve and selectively damage the pain fibres using heat (radiofrequency), compression (balloon), or glycerol injection. A good option for elderly or medically unfit patients who cannot undergo MVD.
High-dose radiation is precisely targeted at the trigeminal nerve root to interrupt pain signals. Non-invasive, no incision — but may take weeks to months to show effect. Suitable for patients who prefer to avoid open surgery.
Carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, and other anticonvulsants are the first-line treatment. Dr. Ganesh V.L will work with your neurologist to optimise your medication and advise when surgical options would give better results.
Frequently asked questions about trigeminal neuralgia diagnosis, surgical options, and access to a specialist in Kochi.
Ask Dr. GaneshBook a consultation today and take the first step towards expert, compassionate neurological care.