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What Causes Tingling Sensation On One Side Of Head?

My sons fiancé has been getting a tingling or chilled sensation on the right side of her head. She describes it as her brain, not scalp. It occurs randomly and does not seem to be related to cold temperatures or food. She is a very healthy and physically active 27 year old. Is this something to be concerned about? Thank you for your help! Susan H.
Mon, 29 Jun 2015
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Hello!

Thank you for asking on HCM! I understand your concern.

Her symptoms seem to be related to migraine or tension type headache.

Has she had other symptoms like nausea or vomiting? How long does this feeling last?

I would like to explain that the brain itself doesn't hurt. The pain, numbness and headache that we feel, derive from the soft tissues, the vessels, the bones and nerves in this region.
So we can not localize precisely where the pain comes from.

I recommend you to consult her with the neurologist for a careful examination for neurological signs. A routine blood test and inflammation tests may be necessary to exclude other causes.

Hope to have been helpful!

Greetings! Dr. Iliri


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What Causes Tingling Sensation On One Side Of Head?

Hello! Thank you for asking on HCM! I understand your concern. Her symptoms seem to be related to migraine or tension type headache. Has she had other symptoms like nausea or vomiting? How long does this feeling last? I would like to explain that the brain itself doesn t hurt. The pain, numbness and headache that we feel, derive from the soft tissues, the vessels, the bones and nerves in this region. So we can not localize precisely where the pain comes from. I recommend you to consult her with the neurologist for a careful examination for neurological signs. A routine blood test and inflammation tests may be necessary to exclude other causes. Hope to have been helpful! Greetings! Dr. Iliri