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Could Numbness In Lips, Tongue And Face On Right Side Be Due To Pinched Nerve In Neck?
I v had this numbness in my lips ,tonge & face only on the right side for about 4 months now..havn t been to my dentist for about 6 months. went to the chiropracter & he said it could be a pinched nerve in my neck.. after 7 visists to no avail from him.. my doctor just said we ll see if it goes away in a month or so after his tests he did..still nothing. he found nothing wrong. after looking online about others who had this problem. I m thinking I should be seeing a specialist ...whats your thoughts
Thu, 21 Jan 2021
Hello,
Numb lips are commonly caused by contact allergies from certain foods or chemicals, or cold weather. Be cautious of what you eat and stay away from metals, animal dander, pollen, etc., that triggers allergy. Apply a herbal based lip liner to keep it moist and healthy. Stay well hydrated. Sometimes, numbness in the lips and tongue can be due to hypoglycemia. Always get your blood pressure and blood glucose levels checked.
Seek immediate treatment if you experience sudden numbness and tingling. It can also be due to nerve injury or damage. Take vitamin B6, B12 rich diet, you can also take supplements. Facial numbness on the right side may be indicative of Bells palsy, MS or stroke. You are suggested to get clinically examined by a GP, get all investigations done so that treatment can be started at the earliest.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
Numb lips are commonly caused by contact allergies from certain foods or chemicals, or cold weather. Be cautious of what you eat and stay away from metals, animal dander, pollen, etc., that triggers allergy. Apply a herbal based lip liner to keep it moist and healthy. Stay well hydrated. Sometimes, numbness in the lips and tongue can be due to hypoglycemia. Always get your blood pressure and blood glucose levels checked.
Seek immediate treatment if you experience sudden numbness and tingling. It can also be due to nerve injury or damage. Take vitamin B6, B12 rich diet, you can also take supplements. Facial numbness on the right side may be indicative of Bells palsy, MS or stroke. You are suggested to get clinically examined by a GP, get all investigations done so that treatment can be started at the earliest.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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