Why is half of my face numb?

From the clinical manifestations, the reason why half of the face becomes numb is due to neuritis, insufficient blood supply to the brain, and may also be directly related to high blood pressure and high blood lipids. Therefore, before treatment, the cause must be determined and then symptomatic treatment must be given. In addition, you must pay attention to your diet and avoid eating spicy or irritating foods. You should also do appropriate outdoor exercise to enhance your resistance.

1. Why is half of my face numb?

Numbness on one side of the face may generally be caused by neuritis, insufficient blood supply to the cerebral vessels, or high blood pressure and blood lipids. It is recommended to go to the hospital for further examination and treatment in time.

2. Early symptoms of cerebral vascular insufficiency

1. Motor nerve dysfunction

This type of premonitory symptom is common. Due to insufficient blood supply to the cerebral blood vessels, the nerves controlling the body's motor functions malfunction. Common manifestations include sudden crooked mouth, drooling, difficulty speaking, slurred speech, aphasia or inarticulate speech, difficulty swallowing, weakness or poor movement of one side of the limbs, dropping of held objects, unsteady walking or sudden falls, and some people experience limb spasms or twitching.

2. Sensory dysfunction

Due to insufficient blood supply to the cerebral blood vessels, the analytical areas, sensory organs and sensory nerve fibers of the brain are affected, often manifesting as numbness of the face, tongue, lips, and one side of the limbs or a foreign body sensation; some people have blurred vision or even sudden temporary blindness; many people have sudden dizziness; some have spontaneous limb pain; others suddenly experience tinnitus, hearing loss, etc.

3. Abnormal mental consciousness

If you always feel sleepy and feel groggy all day long, it is not caused by excessive fatigue, but a precursor sign of insufficient blood supply to the cerebral blood vessels. Some people also experience insomnia, some have some changes in personality, such as being a loner, taciturn or indifferent, some are talkative and irritable; some may experience brief loss of consciousness or intellectual decline, or even loss of normal judgment, all of which are related to insufficient blood supply to the cerebral vessels.

3. Nursing of cerebral vascular insufficiency

1. Timely treatment

Mainly improves cerebral blood circulation. Vasodilator drugs and ginkgo leaf preparations can be used under the guidance of a doctor.

2. Early prevention

The focus of prevention and treatment of cerebrovascular ischemia is on cerebrovascular aspects, especially increased blood lipids and low-density lipoprotein should be treated symptomatically.

3. Eat a healthy diet

Eating more fresh vegetables (such as onions, tomatoes, etc.), fruits, fish, black fungus, a small amount of vinegar, dry red wine, etc. can play an antioxidant role and delay the occurrence of cerebral arteriosclerosis.

4. Appropriate outdoor activities

Such as brisk walking, jogging, strolling, etc., 30-40 minutes each time, at least 5 days a week, or practicing Tai Chi, fishing, mountain climbing, etc.

5. Maintain a good attitude and use your brain healthily

Usually, you can watch TV and read newspapers; do some manual work or housework; you can also participate in some cultural and sports activities, such as singing, dancing, calligraphy, playing ball, etc., to regulate your temperament, enhance the brain's thinking activities; avoid emotional excitement and excessive fatigue.