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Can small fiber neuropathy cause crawling sensation on head and face?

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I: would suggest to check if the roots of those nerves are involved. Conditions like MS could start with such symptoms.

Answered 5/29/2019

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A member asked:

Can small fiber neuropathy cause crawling sensation on head and face?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Morell answered

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