What causes a tingling sensation on the face?
Disease description:
Recently, I have constantly felt a numbness in my face, accompanied by some twitching. This has never happened before, only in the past few days. I would like to understand what could be causing this facial numbness?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
A numb or tingling sensation in the face can be caused by various factors.
1. Neurological diseases: Conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Bell's palsy can interfere with nerve signal transmission, leading to facial numbness.
2. Circulatory problems: Poor blood circulation, especially in cold environments, may result in reduced blood flow to facial areas, causing a numb sensation.
3. Diabetes: High blood sugar levels can damage nerves, resulting in numbness in multiple areas of the body, including the face.
4. Medication side effects: Certain medications, such as chemotherapy drugs, may cause nerve damage that leads to facial numbness.
5. Stress and anxiety: Excessive mental stress or an anxious state can also lead to various physical discomforts, including facial numbness.
6. Vitamin deficiencies: Particularly a deficiency in vitamin B12 can affect nerve health and cause numbness.
7. Stroke: Although more serious, stroke is a possible cause of sudden facial numbness. Immediate medical attention should be sought, especially if accompanied by symptoms such as slurred speech or limb weakness.
