Question 1

what causes half my face to be numb?

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Many causes: Face sensation is suppied by trigeminal nerve--so anything affecting the nerve could cause  it
multiple sclerosis, neuropathy, tumour vascular compression, some rheumatological disorders, strokes and other causes--need exam by your neuro then mri.

Question 2

whats numbness of left side of face from?

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Consult PCP or ER: Facial numbness can possibly be a grave symptom of an underlying medical condition.  You should consult pcp or oral surgeon or er asap.

Question 3

tingling/numbness to the back of my head?

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Many possibilities: Most people get a headache at some time, such as from colds, infections, lack of sleep, too much driving, long hours on the computer, stress at work, etc... Over-the-counter options include Tylenol, Motrin or Advil, Aleve, Excedrin, and their generic brands. A bad or increasing headache; recurrent, persistent, or weird headache; or with other worrisome symptoms needs a doctor's exam.

Question 4

numbness top left side of head  low grade?

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Many reasons: There are many reasons including medications, drugs, vitamin deficiency, electrolyte imbalance, anxiety, trauma, transient ischemic attack (TIA), stroke, etc. See your physician for a full evaluation and physical examination. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003206.htm

Question 5

is numbness in left side of face permanent?

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Depends: Numbness after an anesthetic injection is temporary while numbness which has been present for about a year may be permanent.  Consult a neurologist or orofacial pain dentist.

Question 6

what to do if one side of my head feels numb?

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Numbness : You probably bruised a superficial nerve and it should slowly recover. If this does not happen then let a physician have a look at it and give you a definitive diagnosis

Question 7

what can cause facial, neck and head numbness?

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All at same time?: The only thing that comes to mind is severe hyperventilation which would begin with numbness in lips and mouth and could spread.  If this is happening you should see checklist for hyperventilation.  Good luck!

Question 8

what does it mean when my head is feeling numb?

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Multiple causes: May of neurological cause. You may feel dizzy /or lightheaded for many reasons. You have to see neurologist and have a formal neurological exam to determine the cause. You may need to have a blood work to make sure you don't have anemia. At times stress may contribute as well.

Question 9

what can cause tingling or numbness in your head?

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Many Things: Could be anything from muscle spasm to an infectious process to circulatory problems. You need to sort this out with a doctor.

Question 10

what are the causes of facial neck and head numbness?

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See below: This could be anything from a migraine, a mild stroke or tia, to a pinched nerve in the head and neck region. I would suggest going to see a neurologist or neurosurgeon for an evaluation.

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