What Causes Burning Sensation In Scalp, Hands And Face?

Posted on Thu, 1 Oct 2015

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Thu, 1 Oct 2015 Answered on

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Question : I have burning feeling on my scalp and a sensitivity to heat. also on my hands and face when washing.

Answered by Dr. Ronald Schubert (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possible Shingles

Detailed Answer:
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You have been experiencing increased sensitivity to your side of the face adn scalp. This hypersensitivity maybe the precursor to shingles. The nerves fo the face can become hypersensitivity just before the rash from shingles appears. If you develop any rash on your scalp or face then you have shingles. i would recommend that you be seen by your medical provider and the tow of you determine if treatment for shingles may be warranted.

It could also be from other nerve entities like trigeminal neuralgia which is a pinching of the trigeminal nerve just below the cheek. It can also cause severe pain and burning of the face and is treated with medications. Again you need to be evaluated by your medical provider to determine the cause of your discomfort.

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