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Numbness/pressure in forehead sinus issue or nerve irritation?
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Usually sinus: Much more common to be caused by sinus issue, but exam and radiology studies with your md are necessary to make sure. Rarely, some serious conditions can mimic the sinus problem.
Answered 9/20/2014
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