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Understanding Facial and Hand Numbness: Possible Neurological Causes

Numbness in the face, hands, and scalp (mild tingling sensation)? Hello, I would like to ask about experiencing symptoms of facial and scalp numbness that occur repeatedly. Sometimes it affects the right cheek and the scalp at the back of the head, and after a while, it may shift...


Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Mr. Huang: Based on the symptoms mentioned, it is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic to determine the cause.

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Understanding Scalp Numbness: Causes and Concerns for Your Health

Scalp tingling? I've been experiencing frequent shoulder and neck pain over the past couple of days, and I feel a tingling sensation in the scalp at the back of my left head. I'm worried it might be a stroke or meningitis. My hands and feet also feel numb when I wake up...


Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello: The most common cause of the above symptoms is poor posture or prolonged bending of the head while using a mobile phone or laptop. Please avoid these activities and see if there is any improvement. If there is no improvement, please visit a neurology clinic.

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Understanding Scalp Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help

Scalp tingling? Recently, I have been experiencing a tingling sensation throughout my head and feeling a bit lightheaded. In the past, I would occasionally have episodes where I couldn't think clearly, but these would typically last about an hour to a day. However, these sym...


Dr. Peng Shiwei Reply:
Hello, your symptoms require an in-person consultation and physical examination for an accurate assessment. I recommend that you visit a neurology outpatient clinic. Thank you for your inquiry.

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Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: Causes and Next Steps

Regarding facial and scalp numbness (medical examination has been conducted)? Hello, doctor. For the past two months, I have been experiencing intermittent numbness on the right side of my scalp and cheek, and occasionally around my nose. I do not have diabetes, hypertension, or ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned that "the right side of the scalp and cheek area experiences intermittent numbness, and occasionally there is a tingling sensation near the nose." The MRI report did not reveal any lesions related to the trigeminal nerve. The symptoms should b...

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Understanding Dizziness and Neck Issues: When to Seek Further Evaluation

Cervical spine, dizziness Hello Doctor, I started experiencing dizziness and hand numbness on January 17. I initially went to a general clinic where my blood pressure and heart rate were normal. After taking medication, my dizziness improved slightly, but I still occasionally fee...


Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, cervical spine pain can cause nerve or vascular compression, leading to the symptoms mentioned above. It is recommended to consult a neurologist for evaluation and examination.

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Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: Possible Causes and Concerns

Tingling sensation in the scalp and face? I'm not sure if I have hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or diabetes. I experienced facial numbness a couple of days ago, which was limited to my face, but today the numbness has spread to my entire head and face. I also noticed red stre...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Blue Sky, You have reached middle age, and the likelihood of developing metabolic syndrome and the three highs (hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and hyperglycemia) increases significantly. It is recommended that you take advantage of the free adult health checkups provided...

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Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help

Scalp numbness and facial numbness? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing tingling in my scalp for the past few days, and now my left face has started to feel numb as well. Occasionally, my left hand also feels numb, but not as much as my face. Due to the pandemic, I haven'...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Ching, Your symptoms are occurring on the same side, affecting both your face and limbs. It is advisable to rule out any structural issues in the brain, starting with cerebrovascular diseases. Generally, individuals with high blood pressure have a higher risk of experie...

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Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: When to Seek Medical Attention

Scalp tingling and facial numbness? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing tingling sensations on my scalp for the past few days, and then my left face started to feel numb as well. Occasionally, my left hand also feels numb, but not as frequently as my face. Due to the pandemic,...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Ching, Your symptoms are occurring on the same side, affecting both your face and limbs. It is advisable to rule out structural issues in the brain, starting with the exclusion of cerebrovascular diseases. Generally, individuals with high blood pressure have a higher ri...

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Understanding Unilateral Scalp Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help

Unilateral scalp numbness? Hello, doctor. Due to my work, I often have to sit for long periods and I also have a habit of staying up late. Additionally, I have iron deficiency anemia. Recently, I've been experiencing sudden numbness on the right side of my scalp, occurring 5...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disorders, as the likelihood of intracranial hemorrhage is relatively low. External factors such as traffic accidents, falls, head impacts against hard objects, or excessive force during cervical rot...

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Understanding Nerve Compression: Symptoms of Tingling in Limbs and Face

Numbness in the hands and feet, and even the face is starting to feel numb? Hello, Dr. Jiang. Last month, I suddenly woke up one morning with simultaneous numbness in my left arm and leg. This sensation felt different from just an abnormal sleeping position. Even during the day, ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, you mentioned that the issue of unilateral limb numbness is more indicative of cervical nerve root compression. As for the tingling sensations around the mouth and in the limbs, it may be necessary to consider hyperventilation syndrome. The typical symptoms include chest t...

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Understanding Oral Pain and Scalp Numbness: A Neurological Perspective

Oral pain and scalp numbness? Hello Doctor: My mother has been experiencing oral pain for some time now. She has seen several doctors and even visited Cheng Kung University Hospital, where the doctors said there were no issues with her oral mucosa. Blood tests were conducted, but...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The issue of pain in the oral cavity may be related to the trigeminal nerve, which distributes sensory information from the forehead, cheeks, and chin to our brain. The sensations within the oral cavity are also transmitted by the trigeminal nerve. When there is an abnorma...

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Persistent Scalp Numbness: Understanding Neurological Concerns

Scalp numbness has persisted for a long time? Since the last time I leaned my head against the edge of the chair and felt tense, I woke up to find that my scalp has been numb for several days. I have experienced a similar numbness before, but I don't remember what caused it ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, the facial nerves are innervated by the trigeminal nerve, while the nerves in the posterior brain are derived from the cervical spinal nerves' cutaneous branches. Therefore, prolonged local pressure may lead to symptoms resembling nerve paralys...

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Understanding Neck and Scalp Numbness: Causes and Relief Strategies

Numbness in the neck (tight and tingling) and a tingling sensation in the scalp? Hello doctor, while I was relaxing in my flexible computer chair and leaned back to get up, I heard a popping sound from my cervical spine. When I turned my head, there was another sound, making it a...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of neck pain is cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the trapezius muscle in the back of the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder discomfort. If a nerve root is compressed, it ma...

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Understanding Muscle Twitches and Weakness: A Neurological Perspective

Muscle twitching and weakness? Hello, doctor. For the past 5 or 6 days, I've been experiencing muscle twitching starting from my left calf, and now it has spread throughout my body, including my soles, face, and neck, with the primary area being my calves. Sometimes the twit...


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Mr. Lin suggests that you visit a neurologist for a thorough examination. The incidence of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is extremely low, and sometimes these symptoms can also appear in individuals who are prone to anxiety. A detailed examination to rule out any concerns i...

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Understanding Long-Term Left-Sided Facial and Scalp Numbness Symptoms

Long-term numbness on the left side of the face and scalp? A patient with polio has been sitting for long periods. (1) The left side of the face experiences intermittent numbness, particularly in the cheek and scalp, with symptoms persisting for two to three years. The numbness d...


Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The sensation in the left forehead and left cheek is associated with the left trigeminal nerve pathway, while the ptosis of the left eye and the weakness in the movement of the left side of the face are related to the left facial nerve pathway. These two issues indicate a lesion ...

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Understanding Scalp Numbness After a Motorcycle Accident: Causes and Concerns

Numbness in the right posterior scalp? I had a motorcycle accident at the beginning of the lunar year. I was hit by a car and was thrown off due to the low speed and the cold weather, so I didn't notice any issues at the time. However, one or two months later, I've rece...


Dr. Huang Yongquan Reply:
The extent of the injury at that time is unknown, but since several months have passed, it is likely not significantly related to the car accident. I'm not sure about your work type, but numbness near the back of the head is generally associated with cervical nerve compressi...

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Understanding Involuntary Finger Tremors and Weakness: A Neurological Perspective

The middle finger experiences involuntary twitching? I started experiencing tremors in my left hand at the age of 19, and recently, over the past month, I've noticed that my body sometimes shakes as well. Although it's not very visible externally, I can feel the tremors...


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
The symptoms mentioned, including tremors and decreased coordination, are characteristic of movement disorders, and most of the necessary examinations have already been conducted. If a more obvious condition were present, it should have been detected. Therefore, if the symptoms p...

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Understanding Left-Sided Scalp Numbness: Causes and Concerns

Tingling sensation on the left side of the scalp, similar to goosebumps? Hello, Doctor: Due to my job, I have to sit for long periods while using a computer, spending over 10 hours a day on it. In the past year or two, I have noticed some discomfort in my body. I experience sudde...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: Prolonged computer use can lead to fatigue and body stiffness, resulting in soreness. It is recommended to: 1. Get up and move every 40 minutes. 2. Hand numbness may be related to carpal tunnel syndrome, which is associated with mouse usage. These issues are caused by insu...

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Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Tingling and Chest Discomfort Explained

I experience tingling sensations in my forehead and the area above it? Hello Doctor: 1. I have been experiencing chest pain and tightness, which are sometimes accompanied by tinnitus and dizziness. The chest pain and tightness persist throughout the day, and I have been feeling...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: It should be unrelated to medication and will not affect the brain. If there is no improvement, please consult a neurologist.

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Why Does My Head Tingle After Napping? Understanding Possible Causes

Numbness in the head after sleeping? Hello Doctor: For the past two weeks, whenever I wake up from sleeping with my head resting on the table, the right side of my scalp feels numb for about ten seconds to a minute. I have heard that scalp numbness can be a precursor to a stroke....


Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Dear Smile, Dr. Huang Ying-Che from the Neurology Department of Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan, would like to inform you that scalp tingling may be one of the precursors to a stroke, but the likelihood is very low, especially considering your age. Issues r...

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