It generally occurs from a lesion in thebrainstemand may affect the face as well.
Like other MS symptoms, a healthcare provider can diagnose new numbness using an MRI.
One study suggests also using trigeminal somatosensory evoked potentials as a diagnostic tool.
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What Does Mouth Numbness Feel Like?
There is no specific medication to treat mouth numbness.
Are There Other MS Mouth Symptoms?
Keep in mind that, besides numbness, MS can cause other mouth-relatedsymptoms.
Taste Deficits
Taste disturbances are common in MS, ranging in severity from subtle to more severe.
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Trigeminal neuralgiais an exquisitely painful condition of the face.
It can usually be treated with the anti-seizure medications Tegretol (carbamazepine) or Trileptal (oxcarbazepine).
What Else Can Cause Tongue Numbness?
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, multiple sclerosis can cause facial numbness.
For many people, numbness or tingling are common symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
Chronic paresthesia can be a symptom of multiple sclerosis and stroke.
There are a few possible reasons to explain why you have a tingling tongue after eating.
If tongue tingling happens during a meal or shortly after eating, it could simply be a food allergy.
A healthcare provider can help you figure out what is causing the issue.
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