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What Causes Tingling Sensation On The Forehead?

I had shingles august 2015. It was on my right upper forehead close to my right eye. Since then every now and then I get a tingling sensation on my right forehead. At first it was a small area, but now when iam tired I feel it on the right side down to my cheek. What is that?
posted on Thu, 1 Dec 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. I have seen many cases with similar complaints. Please find my advice below-:
1)Do check and correct your B-12 level by injection
2)Do check your TSH and Fasting blood sugar
3)check your hemoglobin if low correct it
4)Do a full blood count with differential
5)Do MRI to ruled out neurological as well as spinal problems.
Do all these tests and you will get your answers for your problems.

I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me.
Wishing you all the best.
Thanks,
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What Causes Tingling Sensation On The Forehead?

Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. I have seen many cases with similar complaints. Please find my advice below-: 1)Do check and correct your B-12 level by injection 2)Do check your TSH and Fasting blood sugar 3)check your hemoglobin if low correct it 4)Do a full blood count with differential 5)Do MRI to ruled out neurological as well as spinal problems. Do all these tests and you will get your answers for your problems. I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me. Wishing you all the best. Thanks,