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What Causes Severe Pain And Numbness In The Nose?

Hello Doctor, Last night I tried squeezing a whitehead right on the middle lower edge of my nose. A little above the left nostril in that corner. I pressed really hard and only was half successful. So I squeezed again and it was a really awful pain. But the pain went away instantly and the bottom left part of my nose became numb. I put ice. Went to bed and now it s night 2 and it s still numb? Will the numbness go away? I m worried I caused nerve damage. I have OCD. Dermatillamania. Picking my face. I m getting help and on Wellbutrin. To help with the anxiety. I ve never had numbness due to picking. I m worried, and my anxiety is worsening.
Tue, 26 Mar 2019
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Hi,

Severe pain & numbness in the nose commonly occurs when the facial nerve gets pinched. Sometimes, when few branches of the trigeminal nerve gets affected due to compression or strain, numbness can be felt.

1. Avoid touching your face & avoid nose picking, do not put makeup or any cosmetic products till you don't feel better.

2. Pain and numbness generally go away if the nerves are not hurt badly. But if it persists you need to visit ER, get physically examined. You may need medications or injections.

3. Stay away from anxiety & take adequate water to stay relaxed & to have a normal electrolyte balance.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
     
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Dr. Nupur K,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Severe Pain And Numbness In The Nose?

Hi, Severe pain & numbness in the nose commonly occurs when the facial nerve gets pinched. Sometimes, when few branches of the trigeminal nerve gets affected due to compression or strain, numbness can be felt. 1. Avoid touching your face & avoid nose picking, do not put makeup or any cosmetic products till you don t feel better. 2. Pain and numbness generally go away if the nerves are not hurt badly. But if it persists you need to visit ER, get physically examined. You may need medications or injections. 3. Stay away from anxiety & take adequate water to stay relaxed & to have a normal electrolyte balance. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician