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Cranial Nerve Has Been Trimmed For Tic Doloreux On Face. Taking Amitriptyline And Having Terrible Body Odour, Pain And Numbness. Treatment?
Question: It's like the 5th cranial nerve is trying to 'rejuvinate' it having been trimmed some 20 years ago for tic doloreux on the left side of my face which is where the 'tingling' occurs at night - enough to keep me awake without help. Took amitriptyline 25 mg for two months, stopped l week ago because of terrible body odor and the need to augment with melatonin, valerian and Tylenol - so I'm now trying to get along with just the last 3. However, the familiar 'shock waves' are beginning to trouble again in the daytime and notice more pain and numbness in arms and hands. Sleep is more or less okay. Any comments and or help much appreciated. My age is 85 and I feel upbeat, interested and curious about the wonderful life with my husband who is 93. XXXXXXX
Hi and thanks for the query,
I think it might you might have to take or increase the dose of amitryptiline, especially if you do tolerate it. It is very effective under such circumstances. It might be necessary to screen for vitamin deficiencies. physiotherapist. A vegetable XXXXXXX diet and enough bed rest are important ingredients. It s true body odor could be disturbing. Considering the fact that systems of people react different to most neurologic agents, I think its an advantage especially if you do respond properly to drugs like Amitriptiline. You might consider using deodorants. If really disturbing, consult your treating neurologist to modify your drugs. Thanks and hope this helps.
Kind regards and wishing you good health. Do not hesitate asking further questions if need be.
Bain LE, MD.
I think it might you might have to take or increase the dose of amitryptiline, especially if you do tolerate it. It is very effective under such circumstances. It might be necessary to screen for vitamin deficiencies. physiotherapist. A vegetable XXXXXXX diet and enough bed rest are important ingredients. It s true body odor could be disturbing. Considering the fact that systems of people react different to most neurologic agents, I think its an advantage especially if you do respond properly to drugs like Amitriptiline. You might consider using deodorants. If really disturbing, consult your treating neurologist to modify your drugs. Thanks and hope this helps.
Kind regards and wishing you good health. Do not hesitate asking further questions if need be.
Bain LE, MD.
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