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What does it mean when my head(scalp) twitches on left side and my face is numb but nothing else?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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Palsy?: you may have some type of facial nerve palsy such as "bells palsy" or some other issues, but either way, facial numbness needs to be evaluated. See a dr. asap for eval, best wishes.

Answered 5/30/2014

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A member asked:

What does it mean when my head(scalp) twitches on left side and my face is numb but nothing else?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

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