Trigeminal Neuralgia and Underground Zits

What is Trigeminal Neuralgia?
A neuralgia is when one of your nerves, usually facial, goes nuts. this is either due to damage or irritation. It is excruciatingly painful, and can range from a one off to lasting for years depending on the root issue causing it. 

The Trigeminal is the name for the lattice of nerves in the face. There are three main branches. The Ophthalmic Nerve, located  behind the eyes. The Maxillary Nerve located in the mid-face area comprising the sinuses, palate, etc. and the Mandibular Nerve which covers the jaw and soft region beneath the tongue.

What are Underground Zits?
An underground zit is when a pore gets clogged beneath the surface of the skin. These can be painful, itchy, or both. Key information here is clogged pore. 

What Happens When They Converge?
Sometimes an underground zit (the cause) may result in trigeminal neuralgia (the symptom). When this happens it is excruciatingly painful, and will only resolve when the zit is cleared. Since there can be many causes of such a symptom it is necessary to first see a doctor before attempting a home resolution. 

How to Get Rid of it.
One may treat this issue with steam. Have a hot steamy shower for as long as can be tolerated. Then wait for the whitehead to appear. It is crucial that it not be popped to avoid the infection driving deeper. If you must clear it manually, squeeze it forward gently, and then apply polysporin or similar antibacterial.