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What Causes Tingling Sensation On The Face?

Posted on Tue, 7 Mar 2017

Question: what is tingling in both cheeks of face no where else, my sister has had a stroke and parkinson disease

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Tingling may be related to nerve dysfunction.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Tingling in cheeks is a result of nerves dysfunction.

Peripheral neuropathy is one of the possible conditions that may cause such dysfunction.

Tingling in face also may be a feature of anxiety disorder, so it is necessary for your sister to get evaluated by her Neurologist about these issues.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (30 minutes later)

thank you very much and i will call her neurologist tomorrow

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You are welcome.

Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.

Glad I helped.

Feel free to discuss with me about your health concerns.

Kind regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng