Numbness on side of face - General Health Message Board

Loretta · 12-12-2005, 08:21 PM

My daughter (29 yrs. old) has been complaining about the right side of her face feeling numb. It happened once before but went away after a short period of time. This time it doesn't seem to be going away. Her father had Bells Palsy several years ago for about a month, but she doesn't seem to have the same problems (eye not blinking, drooling). She says it feels like that side of her face is sagging even though it isn't. Does this sound familiar to anyone?

kehorner · 12-12-2005, 09:30 PM

Nope, not Bell's Palsy. That's the facial nerve, which pretty much just does muscles. The nerve that supplies the skin on the face is (mainly) the trigeminal. This might help you if you want to do some research. She should see the doctor to find out if there is a cause for the numbness (nerve compression from various causes or also injury or disease processes). She can start with her general practicioner, but may be referred to a neurologist.

Loretta · 12-12-2005, 10:27 PM

Thank you so much for a place to start looking. I looked up the trigeminal but the only thing that didn't sound familiar was the patient feeling pain. She has no pain at this time, but has no plans to wait around for it to start. She made an appointment to see a neurologist on Wednesday morning. Thanks again.