Published on: 5/30/2025
What are potential reasons for numbness in both my face and lips?
Numbness in the face and lips can be due to issues with nerves, like trigeminal neuropathy, or other medical conditions affecting blood vessels or nerves.
Explanation
Numbness in the face and lips can happen for several reasons. One possible cause is trigeminal neuropathy, which affects the nerve responsible for feeling in the face. This condition can lead to numbness, tingling, or pain in facial areas.
Another potential reason is problems with blood vessels, like those seen in certain carotid artery conditions. These can cause unusual sensations, including numbness or a feeling of discomfort in the face.
Additionally, some cases of facial numbness may be due to specific syndromes affecting the chin and cheek areas, as described in some medical reports. These conditions might develop progressively, with symptoms starting in one area and spreading to others.
If you experience persistent or worsening numbness, it is important to talk to a healthcare professional who can help determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
(References)
- Rabadi MH. (2020). Progressive lip numbness due to numb chin and cheek .... Radiology case reports, 32874399.
- Smith JH, & Cutrer FM. (2011). Numbness matters: a clinical review of trigeminal neuropathy. Cephalalgia : an international journal of headache, 21628435.
- Francis KR, Williams DP, & Troost BT. (1987). Facial numbness and dysesthesia. New features of carotid .... Archives of neurology, 3827688.
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