Anyone have or know what burning in the face means?
 

I've had this for about a year after jarring my head biking. It gets better and worse depending on how much activity I do.

My functional neurologist wants labs done. Should I get them? He says anemia and blood pH imbalances are things he sees a lot. The therapy hadn't made me feel much better. But my pupils are a lot smaller and the same size now.

Thanks for any help!

How often does it happen ?

Do you take niacin supplements ?

Anxiety can cause this symptom.

There are many different causes. Google 'burning face.'

The whole face? burn /stinging or more of warming flush?

Maybe -
TMJ??/ jaw pain issues
Pinched nerves?
Occipital Neuralgia and other Cranial Neuralgias ? - http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum105.html
Trigeminal Neuralgia ? - http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum26.html

Yes, the whole face, but most intense on the top part. it is warm and sometimes stings when really intense. If it's a neuralgia, thankfully it's not terrible. It is very tolerable, but gets worse when doing lots of activity.

I do take niacin, but this started happening long after i started taking it.

It's not anxiety.

Thanks for the ideas guys!

Similar Problems
 

Hey what's up JBuckl, I've noticed you've been posting on this forum for a while and have experienced symptoms similar to mine like head sensitivity to motion and things like that. I was wondering if I could get in contact with you somehow off here so it would be easier rather than just replying to each others forum messages. I've been unable to ride in cars or leave my house due to this sensitivity and wanted to just ask around for ideas or recommendations to deal with this. Also, I am a new user, is there a messaging system on this website? I could get in contact with you that way too. Oh and good luck with all your problems with this, just know you're not alone.

People with TBI do sometimes report burning sensations. The issue is most common in female patients between 40-59.

As TBIs are often the result of whiplash, nerve damage, as others have mentioned, could be the problem.

Are you taking any medications?

It could be nerve related, but I'm not sure. I take abilify.

Sure thing tbi survivor. Send me a private message, but don't be afraid to make your own thread too! More responses.

JB,

I don't know about Abilify but ssri's can have tolerance withdrawals that produce similar things in some folk.

Bud

I had a burning sensation around my left cheek bone (this is where I got hit when I got my concussion) for over two years after my injury. I think it was mostly anxiety-related sensation, but sometimes it would be there even when I wasn't anxious. It eventually subsided and went away.

Labs
 

Hi JBuckl,

Sounds like your functional neurologist has some valid concerns.
Why not get the labs done?
Is there a barrier to getting them done? Lack of insurance coverage, other concerns that cause you to hesitate?

Warmly,
DejaVu