
Tingling in the head and face can be very unpleasant. In this article you will find out where the tingling comes from and what you can do about it.
The feeling of numbness or tingling in the face and head can feel very uncomfortable. As in other places, it often indicates nerve problems or circulatory problems, according to the Pharmacy Review. Everyone knows the feeling: When hands, fingers or other parts of the body get cold and “thaw out” again in the warm, they start to tingle. However, if the tingling sensation persists for a longer period of time, it is best to seek medical advice.
Tingling in the head and face: these are the causes
According to the Pharmacy Review, tingling in the head and face can have the following causes, among others:
- migraine
- Circulatory disorders in the brain
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Burns or frostbite (these are usually accompanied by numbness and pain)
- Other causes such as tumors or hormonal disorders are rare but certainly possible.
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Neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis can also cause tingling in the head and face.
In addition, stress is said to lead to muscle or nerve tension and can trigger the unpleasant feeling. Due to a nutrient deficiency due to an unbalanced diet, the body can lack important nutrients such as iron or folic acid. This may also cause a tingling sensation in the head.
Often a combination of several causes triggers the unpleasant feeling.
Measures against tingling in the head or face

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If your face or head tingles, you can take the following measures to combat it:
- If you are currently under stress, relaxation can help. You can use various techniques to relieve tension and relieve tingling. Helpful tips: Relaxation: These exercises and techniques slow you down.
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Warm up. If the tingling sensation is just due to the cold, it should go away once you warm up.
- If you suspect an infection is the cause of the tingling sensation, seek medical treatment.
- If you have had an accident that resulted in a head wound, you should disinfect and bandage the wound. However, you should only do this yourself for very small wounds. In other cases, we recommend that you see a doctor immediately.
The Apotheker-Umschau also recommends preventing possible circulatory and nerve disorders through a healthy lifestyle: With the help of a balanced diet, the body receives all the important nutrients. Exercise and avoiding nicotine and alcohol also help keep nerves and blood vessels healthy.
Attention: As a general rule, you should seek medical advice if the tingling in your head does not go away after a while. It could then be a serious nerve disease that needs to be treated.
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Edited by Jennifer Watzek
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