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Published on: 5/30/2025

Could COVID-19 cause numbness on the left side of my face?

COVID-19 might cause numbness on the face due to complications like strokes or infections, but direct evidence is limited.

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Explanation

Numbness on the left side of the face could potentially be linked to COVID-19, but not directly from the virus itself. It might be due to complications that can occur in some COVID-19 patients. For example, Reference 2 discusses how COVID-19 could lead to an acute ischemic stroke, which is a condition where blood flow to the brain is blocked. This can cause numbness or weakness on one side of the body, including the face.

Another possible explanation could be an infection like mucormycosis, as mentioned in Reference 1. This is a rare fungal infection that can occur in people with weakened immune systems, such as those with COVID-19. It can affect the sinuses and brain, potentially leading to facial numbness.

While these are possibilities, there is no direct evidence from the provided references that COVID-19 itself directly causes facial numbness. If you're experiencing numbness, it's important to seek medical attention to determine the cause and receive appropriate care.

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