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Could this tooth and jaw pain radiating to your eye be MS nerve pain?

Yes, this could absolutely be MS-related nerve pain, specifically trigeminal neuralgia. This condition affects about 5 percent of people with MS and occurs when the trigeminal nerve (which extends through the face and jaw) gets damaged.

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Could this tooth and jaw pain radiating to your eye be MS nerve pain?

Yes, this could absolutely be MS-related nerve pain, specifically trigeminal neuralgia. This condition affects about 5 percent of people with MS and occurs when the trigeminal nerve (which extends through the face and jaw) gets damaged.

Trigeminal neuralgia creates severe pain and unusual sensations in the lower jaw, teeth, and gums. The pain can be sharp and stabbing or constant aching and burning. People with MS are actually 20 times more likely to develop this condition than the general population.

What makes your symptoms particularly suggestive of trigeminal neuralgia is:
* Pain radiating from your jaw up to your eye
* Teeth feeling cold and sore without dental cause
* Normal dental x-rays with no cavity or abscess
* The sensation of swelling on one side

Since your dentist found nothing wrong and this pain pattern is consistent with MS nerve damage, calling your neurologist is definitely a good idea. They can evaluate whether this is trigeminal neuralgia and discuss treatment options to help manage the pain.

It's worth seeing the gum specialist as recommended, but given your 38 years with MS and the classic presentation, MS nerve pain seems like a strong possibility.

 AI-generated responses are not a substitute for medical advice. These services are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or disease. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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