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Left Side Of My Head Is Numb
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My left side of my head is numb why?

See a neurologist: If the numbness is constant and or progressive, see a neurologist to determine the cause. ...Read more
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The whole top left side of my head is numb why? The soft spot in the back of my head is a little sore.
Headaches: Your headaches could be coming from tension, dehydration, lack of sleep/poor sleep, skipping meals, stress, teeth grinding, sleep apnea/snoring, or chronic sinus problems among other things. See a doctor to get checked out so you can get som ehelp for your headaches. ...Read more
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The left side of my head is numb. Weird headaches that over the counter tylenol etc. Doesn't help if I scratch my scalp in the area seems to irritate?

See a doctor: Could be a variety of migraine or cluster headache, or it could be something less benign. Knowing your age would be helpful, but you didn't include that. ...Read more
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Sometimes feel the left side of my head gets numb, it's strange also feel it gets cold, this sensation lasts for a couple of seconds. I Have migraine?

Not the classic: These aren't the classic symptoms of migraine, but it may be similar in some respects. In any case - see a Dr for an exam and take it step by step. It's not likely to be a simple everyday headache with the numb/cold brief description. You'll possiblye be referred to a neurologist for tests. That's fine - don't be alarmed, but find out what's going on. I'll refer you to Dr Saghafi - a good HT neuro ...Read more
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A portion of my left side of my head feels numb. Its in the area where my left temporal lobe is. Its usually intervals of every 4 hours. Why?

Whoa, boy: Forget about your left temporal lobe. The brain feels nothing except sensations from other parts of the body. This is all about outside your skull. You forgot to mention how long this has been happening, how long it lasts, & what "numb" means: Less feeling, tingling, etc. That still won't be enough. You'll have to leave your computer & see a nonvirtual doctor to find out why. ...Read more
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The left side of my head is completely numb, and my chest hurts like its caving in. What do you think this could be?

Depends: Important to rule out hear attack. Go to er or call 911. If you were seen by physician, call this doctor and ask for help. ...Read more
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Hello Doctor ever since I feel on a comer of a brick house my left side of my head has been numb Why is this?

I need more info: This kind of complaint deserves a thorough examination and questions answered like do you have any neurological changes since the injury, are you on any medication and a whole lot of other questions. Please make an appointment with your family physician very soon. ...Read more
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Why is the whole left side of my head numb? The soft spot in the back of my head is a little sore.
Numbness: Numbness is worrisome, especially unilateral (one sided) head numbness. You could be dealing with a nerve injury, spinal cord injury, herpes zoster, stroke, muscle tension, and even seizures. Honestly this type of problem requires an urgent medical evaluation. If you have not done so already seek medical attention right away. ...Read more
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I was hit above the eye by a ball yesterday and have swelling there. This morning though the left side of my head/scalp is numb - is this serious?

Evaluation: Any trauma near eye could be serious. If it will be not better in 24 h and you will have blurred vision you need to go to doctor or even ER ...Read more
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The left top side of my head feels numb after the numb feeling goes away my head hurt on that side what could be the cause?

Most likely migraine: Migraine is a type of headache resulting from imbalance of brain chemicals, especially serotonin. While sensitivity to light, nausea, vomiting, flashing lights are common symptoms, numbness can be a precursor symptom. Especially in women, hormone changes associated with menses can trigger. You need to be evaluated by your doctor; effective treatments are available and other causes need excluding. ...Read more
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Is it normal for my left side of my head just to go numb for like 10 mins nd feel dizzy I mean im 7 months pregnant nd its the first time happening?

Not really normal: Vague symptoms but I certainly wouldn't call them normal or expected in a pregnant woman. Do you have a history of migraine headaches or something along those lines? Any nausea/vomiting associated with these feelings, light or sound sensitivity? If I were you I'd let the OB/GYN know what's going on and get a neurology consult done just to be crystal clear on your symptoms and what they could mean ...Read more
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For approx. 12 hours I've been experiencing ear pressure and having trouble hearing in my left ear; additionally the left side of my head feels a bit numb and my left eye feels pressured too.?

You should go to the:
ER or if you can be rapidly be seen at your doc’s office. Make the call. Get moving. If no one is with you, call 911
if you feel the slightest bit impaired. Good luck
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Left side of head above my ear feels numb pretty much all the way around my ear feels numb for 2 days right now?

Numbness: Not normal so get examined soon
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I am having numbness on the left side of my head. It feels like the left side is sleep. What could be causing this?

Likely not serious: Most causes of head numbness, as contrasted to facial numbness, are benign. Commonest causes are compression/irritation of occipital nerve (sensory nerve to scalp only) often secondary to neck spasm or upper neck arthritis. Other common causes are vascular headaches (typically migraine). Facial numbness can be a symptom of actual or impending stroke. ...Read more
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I woke up and the left side of my head had a really weird sensation it was tingly and numb... it has died down now but still kinda there what do I do?

Irritation: You have irritated a superficial nerve and the symptoms will gradually disappear. Good Luck ...Read more
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Just recently this morning got up and feel numbness on top left side of my head, and has not gone away. I've been taking verapamil since 2004. Thanks?

Probably benign: Most likely your left occipital nerve to the back of your head isn't working well, usually temporary, verapamil, occasionally used for migraine or migraine variant, has nothing to do with your symptoms. If you have a history of neck problems, occipital neuralgia is frequently associated. If you are having headache, this may still be true but other things would need to be considered also. ...Read more
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Hi when I lay down on the back of my head for some reason I get this numbness feeling on the left side of my head especially when I use a pillow. As s?

Pressure: This is most likely positional, temporary and due to pressure on the superficial nerves of your scalp and has nothing to do with any brain pathology especially if you don't have this symptom any other time. A neurologist is best qualified to evaluate and advise you if you have further concerns. ...Read more
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Sharp stabbing pain on the top left side of my head, numbness in left side of my face, what can it be?

Emergency! Go to ER: Please all 911. Sudden facial numbness might be an evolving stroke. Immediately call 911. Do you have other risk factors besides diabetes for stroke such as elevated bold pressure? This could be an emergency. Seek urgent medical attention. Call family/friends to seek help as well. ...Read more
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I have numbness on my left side of my head been 3 weeks now grand baby through a bottle of water and it hit me in my temple?

Bruised?: More than likely the area got bruised, and the nerves were damaged, making the area feel numb. It should recover in a few more weeks. Good luck! ...Read more
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I have numbness on my back of my left side of my head behind the ear, I feel very uneasy to tie my hair with an hair band?

Seek medical: Attention for further evaluation of numbness behind your ear. ...Read more
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I don't have pain or anything like that I just get a numbness and cooling feeling on my left side of my head an around my eye no dizziness etc. Help?

Depends: It could be a migraine. Go to a doctor and get evaluated. ...Read more
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For the past week I have had a tingling/numbness on the left side of my head and sometimes it will escalate to the top. It has also been like this for my left foot

Consider migraine: Some times migraine headaches can cause neurological symptoms similar to TIA or stroke and at times headache may not even be severe. See aneurologist. ...Read more
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I woke up that my left side of my head there's a portion which is numb...seems scalp so thick. Feel dizzy sometimes. Tnx?

Numbness:
Hello,
The feeling of numbness and dizziness makes me think of neurolological changes. Since you woke up with these symptoms, I would suggest going to the ER to be evaluated. This could be serious.
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3 weeks ago I got a terrible headache on the left side of my head. I few days later the left side of my face went numb with a burning sensation.?

Schedule w/ PCP ASAP: You really should be evaluated as soon as possible for clotting disorder or aneurysm. Especially if you are overweight/ obese (BMI > 30), take birth control, smoke, and have a sedentary life style and any sudden changes in your vision.The headache with facial numbness could be an ominous sign and not disregarded. ...Read more
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Hello, I have had a headache/pressure in the left side of my head mainly around temple with my upper left cheek feeling numb off and on going on 2 wee?

See a Doctor: Please see a doctor to start getting a diagnosis for these symptoms. It is not normal to get pain on and off around your left facial check with headaches as well. ...Read more
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I'm feeling a pressure/numbness on the left side of my head/face/forehead and inner ear. There's also a high pitch ringing. Just started today.

Atypical migraine: Such symptoms are frequently encountered in atypical migraine also related to stress. Try ITC anti inflammatory agent like Ibuprofen or Aleve (naproxen) for a week or so on full stomach. See your doctor if still symptomatic. Feel better?? ...Read more
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I got a Pain on left side of my head where I forgot how to walk and both my legs went numb I couldn't say speak the words wouldn't come out?

Go to ER: You need to be seen in the emergency room right away. This could be a complex migraine or a stroke. If it is a stroke time is of the essence! ...Read more
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I have begun to have intensifying sharp pain on the left side of my head just above the ear followed by a tingling numbness in the tender area and lef?
Get it checked out: There are a few things that could cause this type of symptom. Arteries can get inflamed, (arteritis) which would cause the pain, you could be wearing glasses or a hat too long which may cause the numbness. Either way it's probably safest to have someone check it out - especially with the intensifying pain. ...Read more
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I have numbness on the left side of my head, above my ear. Also my pinkie and ring fingers feel cold. What can this be?

Numbness: Hi. May be a cervical neuralgia which means that the nerves from the neck may be pinched which could give both sets of symptoms. See a neurologist right away ...Read more
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I've had a severe headache on the left side of my head for 4 days. Pain in my left eye, numbness in my face. Otc meds do not help. Can't sleep.?

Severe headache:
For a persistent severe headache, I would recommend that you call your primary doctor. Your symptoms may be related to a stroke...
If you cannot get a timely appointment, then go to the er for evaluation and treatment.
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