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My upper lip feels numb, half of my upper lip. im not on any medications or took any. its been like this for a day or 2. is this normal? i don't smoke

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Dr. Andrew Reeves answered

Not really: No, not normal. If this persists and/or spreads, you should be seen by a doctor. You might even need to see a neurologist.

Answered 6/25/2013

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A member asked:

My upper lip feels numb, half of my upper lip. im not on any medications or took any. its been like this for a day or 2. is this normal? i don't smoke

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Reeves answered

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