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Is Sinus Infection The Root Cause Of Tingling Sensation And Numbness In Head?

Just curious, the last few days I get light headed when I stand up from bending over, and the back of my head sometimes (occipital lobe) feels tingling like numb, I do have a sinus infection, on an antibiotic, also just finished my mensturaul like a a few dayss ago
Tue, 25 Mar 2014
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

Sinus infections can be associated with a disturbance in balance and would definitely contribute to the light headed sensation you are having.

Disturbance in metabolism and electrolytes can occur with infection and would contribute to the numbness that you are experiencing in the back of your head.If it is solely related to the infection, it should resolve with it.

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Is Sinus Infection The Root Cause Of Tingling Sensation And Numbness In Head?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Sinus infections can be associated with a disturbance in balance and would definitely contribute to the light headed sensation you are having. Disturbance in metabolism and electrolytes can occur with infection and would contribute to the numbness that you are experiencing in the back of your head.If it is solely related to the infection, it should resolve with it. I hope this helps