That's when doctors noticed areas deep in the brain lighting up. Trigeminal nerve is colored yellow Research now points to a complex cascade of chemical releases that aggravate the trigeminal nerve, now dubbed the migraine nerve. This large nerve powers our muscles that chew, those that work our tiny inner ear components, give sensation to the face and front of the scalp, mouth, tongue and gums. Inflammation involving the trigeminal nerve and surrounding tissues can theoretically be stopped by drugs designed to lock up the response. That's why it's crucial to get to a headache expert, one who can help us sort through our situation.
Treatment needs to focus on the severity and specificity of each patient's symptoms.
Approaches vary vastly, but anti-inflammatories such as those used to treat arthritis pain are at the heart of most treatment plans. Dr. Lane is among those who recommends mega doses of magnesium and riboflavin for some patients. Research suggests low magnesium levels in patients suffering migraine. What works for one patient may only put a dent in the problem for another. Almost universally, neurologists do not recommend use of over the counter medications for true migraines.