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What Causes Numbness And Pain In Cheeks?

Hello, so today i felt this weird sensation in my face, specifically my right cheek. So i tried to stretch my jaw to the opposite side which would be the left, I thought i would find relief, but was incorrect. Instead my cheek feels as if I have pulled a muscle (dont know if it s possible for the face). Now my cheek feels loose & has a numb feeling when i do a facial expression. Also, i feel pain when i press against the edge of my cheekbone.
Mon, 14 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM,

Understanding your concern.As per your query you have problem of facial numbness along with numbness of extremities . There can be many reasons for the symptoms you mention in query , But in your case it seems to me that there are two things that are responsible that is :-

- First the facial numbness is probably due to bell's palsy . Bell's palsy is a condition that causes temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles in one side of the face.

- Secondly the numbness and pain is due to trigeninal neuralgia .

I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper diagnosis and rule out condition like diabetic neuropathy and trigeminal neuroptahy . Doctor may conduct various test to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe myscle relaxant or anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy , massage or light muscle exercise . Tke ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and start physical therapy .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Numbness And Pain In Cheeks?

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM, Understanding your concern.As per your query you have problem of facial numbness along with numbness of extremities . There can be many reasons for the symptoms you mention in query , But in your case it seems to me that there are two things that are responsible that is :- - First the facial numbness is probably due to bell s palsy . Bell s palsy is a condition that causes temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles in one side of the face. - Secondly the numbness and pain is due to trigeninal neuralgia . I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper diagnosis and rule out condition like diabetic neuropathy and trigeminal neuroptahy . Doctor may conduct various test to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe myscle relaxant or anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy , massage or light muscle exercise . Tke ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and start physical therapy . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari