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Experiencing Numbness In My Face After Taking Medicines
was diagnosed with a severe sinus infection affecting eyes, ears, throat, and bronchitis. after a week, and a round of amoxicillin and prednisone, I have been having numbness in my face (lower jaw, lips, tongue) and hands. along with general weakness and fatigue. what might cause this?
Fri, 22 Mar 2019
Hi,
Both Amoxicillin & Prednisone can cause paresthesia (a tingling, pricking, chilling, burning, or numb sensation on the skin).
It is expected to dissolve on discontinuation of the drugs.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
Both Amoxicillin & Prednisone can cause paresthesia (a tingling, pricking, chilling, burning, or numb sensation on the skin).
It is expected to dissolve on discontinuation of the drugs.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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