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I have a slight numbness in my lips and my left side of my face feels swollen also my left eyes has a burning sensation could this happen from welding?

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Welding: The facial swelling and eye irritation could be secondary to welding. The lip numbness is likely unrelated. If it persists, i would go see a doctor for further evaluation.

Answered 9/22/2012

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Dr. Erwin Omens answered

Probably not: It may be herpes zoster virus which can produce ocular burning.

Dr Bradley agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I have a slight numbness in my lips and my left side of my face feels swollen also my left eyes has a burning sensation could this happen from welding?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Dr. Erwin Omens answered

Dr Bradley agreed

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