Patient's question:
Got facial paralysis in early November 2018, and it was treated around the 10th. After that, I felt a tingling sensation on the scalp of my back of the head. What could be the reason? I searched online and found it might be meningitis. I'm very worried.Doctor's answer:
When experiencing numbness in the back of the head, there are multiple possible causes. Meningitis is a very serious condition, and the symptom you mentioned could be a sequelae of facial paralysis, as facial paralysis results from facial nerve damage, which can affect the sensation of the skin in the head area, potentially leading to sensory abnormalities. Nutrient supplements for nerves can be considered, combined with local acupuncture and physiotherapy, to promote comprehensive recovery.