I haven't had a TN attack in a year (so thankful) but almost a year to the date, have begun another round of pain that normally lasts 10 days, like clockwork.
For the first time with a TN episode I notice that I have some swelling, more like a lump next to and a little above my sinus cavity. It is extremely tender to the touch. Has anyone else experienced this and have you received an explanation of why this happens? I did a sinus rinse this morning because along with the pain came a stuffy nose and my episodes often end with a sinus infection. Since the rinse my nose is clear but I have junk running down the back of my throat.
Any response is much appreciated.