Supraorbital and Auriculotemporal Nerve Entrapment: A Lesser-Known Cause of headache mimicking Migraine-like Symptoms

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https://doi.org/10.3126/bjhs.v8i2.59863

Keywords:

Supraorbital Nerve Entrapment, Headaches, Neuropathic Pain, Migraines, Cluster Headaches

Abstract

Extracranial headaches, although not rare, can be a significant contributor to chronic headaches, affecting approximately 4% of individuals. Among the potential causes of these headaches, entrapment neuropathy in the facial area is a prominent factor, with supraoptic nerve entrapment being a leading cause. The resulting pain typically manifests in the frontal forehead regions that are innervated by this nerve. Ultrasound-guided supraoptic nerve interventions serve a dual purpose, acting as both a diagnostic tool and a therapeutic measure, offering valuable benefits in managing this condition.

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Anuj Jung Rayamajhi, Civil Service Hospital

Associate Professor Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care And Pain Medicine

Prajjwal Raj Bhattarai, Nepal Mediciti

Senior Consultant, Faculty (NBMS)

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Published

2023-11-27

How to Cite

Rayamajhi, A. J., & Bhattarai, P. R. (2023). Supraorbital and Auriculotemporal Nerve Entrapment: A Lesser-Known Cause of headache mimicking Migraine-like Symptoms. Birat Journal of Health Sciences, 8(2), 2070–2073. https://doi.org/10.3126/bjhs.v8i2.59863

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Case Reports