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What does it mean if the left side head (scalp) is numb? no feeling!

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Dr. Timothy Perozek answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

See your PCP: Could be a neurological issue. Could be shingles before the skin breaks out.

Answered 9/28/2016

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