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Could Sinus Causes Soreness And Numbness On The Left Side Of Face?

I have been experiencing some numbness and tingling in and around my left ear and on left side of face to the lips. This has been happening for a good while but has gotten worse the past week. I am fairly certain I have been suffering with a sinus infection but have not seen a doctor. Could sinus issues cause numbness in the face?
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Hello and Welcome to Healthcaremagic.

I will try to the best of my ability to help you with your concern.

The symptom you mention in query is occurring due to sinus infection that is sinusitis . Sinuses are empty spaces in the skull , sometimes infection occur in the sinuses . There is inflammation of the limning of the sinus and they getfilled by fluid . This is the reason for swelling , numbness and pain on face .

I would suggest you to :-

- Give warm compresses on affected side of the face .

- Take steam twice a day .

- Drink warm water with one spoon of honey in it throughout the day .

- Tale ibuprofen (if not allergic) or paracetamol for pain and swelling.

Consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis and to rule out cause like trigeminal neuralgia .

Doctor may prder X-ray or Ct scan of face to confirm diagnosis .

Doctor may prescribe antibiotics . decongestants or mucolytic agent .

I hope it helps.
Thanks
Dr Harry Maheshwari
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Could Sinus Causes Soreness And Numbness On The Left Side Of Face?

Hello and Welcome to Healthcaremagic. I will try to the best of my ability to help you with your concern. The symptom you mention in query is occurring due to sinus infection that is sinusitis . Sinuses are empty spaces in the skull , sometimes infection occur in the sinuses . There is inflammation of the limning of the sinus and they getfilled by fluid . This is the reason for swelling , numbness and pain on face . I would suggest you to :- - Give warm compresses on affected side of the face . - Take steam twice a day . - Drink warm water with one spoon of honey in it throughout the day . - Tale ibuprofen (if not allergic) or paracetamol for pain and swelling. Consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis and to rule out cause like trigeminal neuralgia . Doctor may prder X-ray or Ct scan of face to confirm diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics . decongestants or mucolytic agent . I hope it helps. Thanks Dr Harry Maheshwari