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What Causes Numbness In The Left Side Of The Head Upon Waking Up?

Hello after waking up about 3 hours ago the left side of my head felt numb to the touch it and it felt like pins and needles the feeling was like it was in a large circle between my ear and top of my head. It lasted maybe 20 minutes but the sensation is still there
Tue, 7 May 2019
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Hello,

As per your description, there was no injury or trauma. Although, I have something to ask:
1. Is there any other symptoms in the body?
2. Is there any headache at times?
3. Does this numbness changes sides?

I would like to suggest some tests:
1. Nerve conduction Study
2. VZV antibody tests
3. Complete Blood Count
4. Electromyography
5. ECG

Meanwhile, you can:
1. Massage that part
2. Apply warm compress
3. Keep the skin moisturize over there
4. No drinking and no smoking
5. Have fruit juice

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Numbness In The Left Side Of The Head Upon Waking Up?

Hello, As per your description, there was no injury or trauma. Although, I have something to ask: 1. Is there any other symptoms in the body? 2. Is there any headache at times? 3. Does this numbness changes sides? I would like to suggest some tests: 1. Nerve conduction Study 2. VZV antibody tests 3. Complete Blood Count 4. Electromyography 5. ECG Meanwhile, you can: 1. Massage that part 2. Apply warm compress 3. Keep the skin moisturize over there 4. No drinking and no smoking 5. Have fruit juice Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician