Trigeminal Neuralgia caused by loud noises?

[DeeBeeMee]

I'm fairly new to Trigeminal Neuralgia and trying to learn my triggers so I can try to avoid them.  I also have MS, am otherwise healthy.

I'm curious to know if TN can be triggered by sudden, very loud sounds in an enclosed area.  I've been to two rock concerts lately that have set my TN off.  Also, last week I was under a fire alarm when it suddenly started blaring; the piercing sound also triggered my TN.  I've also been set off outside in windy, snowy weather, which I guess is more the norm, so I now know to prepare myself when in that situation.

Outside loud sounds don't seem to have the same TN trigger effect.  I'm wondering if the indoor sounds disturb the air currents enough to trigger TN, or is it just a coincidence?  I'm beginning to shy away from concerts, crowded restaurants, parties, any place where a sudden, loud sound may occur.

Any info will be appreciated.

[Momrasix3]

Thank you for the response you gave. I have worked at a vet clinic for 15 years with no problems but since being diagnosed, have been catching triggers. The other day as a surgical dog was waking and using a high pitch cry, my ear started hurting. It made me think back and I realized that this has been happening when cleaning the kennels for over a year. I thought it was a coincidence until I read this. Now I know my limitations and can make adjustments....Thanks again for sharing.

[pynkgrl21]

I was wondering the same thing.I was diagnosed with TN in 2005. I always just had the normal triggers as well. But a year ago I started working in an animal hospital and when Im working with the loud barking dogs in the kennel it seemed to be triggering it. Now when I go to work Im in constant pain. Cause the loud sounds seem to be triggering it all day! I guess I picked the wrong profession. For a long time I thought it was my ear because I had no clue loud sounds could trigger it as well. This makes me feel so much better that its not just me.

[DeeBeeMee]

Thank you for your response, and also the TN link.  I will report my findings to my neuro at my next appt.

It may be best for me to forego future concerts and other situation where sudden, loud sounds are likely to occur. I'm beginning to fear the possibility of triggering TN as much as I fear the actual pain.  I can see where this could become life-altering if I don't get a grip on it.

From what I've read my TN could possibly remit for some period of time.  How likely is this?  In the meantime I'll rely on neurontin (rx'd for MS sx) for pain relief as needed.

[DrNoopurMD]

Hi,

Yes you are right. TN can be triggered by loud noises, infact it can be triggered by as small a stimuli like draught of cold air, simple act of shaving, washing, brushing, and vibrations. Since you have identified the rigger in your case please make all the efforts to avoid the stimuli.
http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc/40000729/

Hope this helps!