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What Causes Tingling On Head And Face After A Head Injury?

Hello, I hit my head yesterday pretty hard on the corner on my extractor fan, everything went white and I lost my balance momentarily. I had a headache and felt dizzy and nauseous after. I went to sleep a few hours later and woke up this morning with same symptoms but with a numb sensation along the top of my head and every time I move it sends tingling through the top of my head/face. The swelling has gone down now but it feels very bruised and tender. Should I be concerned? Thanks
Tue, 8 Dec 2015
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Hello. Thanks for asking from HCM.


I can understand your concern. The swelling at injury site turns red and tender due to collection of blood and inflammation. It leads to increased sensitivity in surrounding scalp tissue.

The tingling sensations over same side and in surrounding area occurs due to this tender bruised area. The inflammatory chemicals like cytokines stimulate nerve on slight movement and touch. It will subside with swelling in 10-14days.

To fasten relief at home, you can follow few tips:
: Apply icepacks at swelling.
: Avoid pressure at swelling.
: Keep head at higher level than chest.
: You can take painkiller with anti-inflammatory properties like Diclofenac sodium after proper prescription which will relieve pain and swelling
Do not worry. You can wait for few days. If still no relief, you can consult doctor.


Thanks. Hope it will help you. Take care.
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What Causes Tingling On Head And Face After A Head Injury?

Hello. Thanks for asking from HCM. I can understand your concern. The swelling at injury site turns red and tender due to collection of blood and inflammation. It leads to increased sensitivity in surrounding scalp tissue. The tingling sensations over same side and in surrounding area occurs due to this tender bruised area. The inflammatory chemicals like cytokines stimulate nerve on slight movement and touch. It will subside with swelling in 10-14days. To fasten relief at home, you can follow few tips: : Apply icepacks at swelling. : Avoid pressure at swelling. : Keep head at higher level than chest. : You can take painkiller with anti-inflammatory properties like Diclofenac sodium after proper prescription which will relieve pain and swelling Do not worry. You can wait for few days. If still no relief, you can consult doctor. Thanks. Hope it will help you. Take care.