This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology
Trigeminal neuralgia (tic doulourex) is characterized by 
Select and explain. 
A. Paralysis of one side of the face, B. Uncontrollable twitching of muscles, C. Sharp, excruciating pain of short duration, D. Prolonged episodes of pain on one side of the face
C: Sharp, excruciating pain of short duration
Answer: C: Sharp, excruciating pain of short duration 
Explanation: Trigeminal neuralgia or "Fothergill's disease" is characterized by searing, stabbing or lancinating type of pain that is initiated when the patient touches the "Trigger Zone". The term "tic doulourex" is applied only when the patient suffers from spasmodic contractions of facial muscles.