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My face hurts.

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I have been having a lot more issues with my face recently. Since I got sick it has become pretty numb and randomly seems to "puff up." I have no idea what is causing it to swell or why, but when that happens its like skin on my face become ultra sensitive, like it hurts, and gets really red and dry. Also feel like there is pressure in my head. ergggg

Anyone else have any experience with facial issues like this?
 

Art Vandelay

Senior Member
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My face definitely seems to puff up when I'm at my worst. I often liken it to looking like I've been beaten up (minus the bruising). It's something I've noticed in other sufferers also.
 

Pearshaped

Senior Member
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i also have face pain but without swelling.it feels like a migraine in the face..especially my jaw muscles hurt very bad.Puffy face? maybe dehydration?