Why does my face hurt?
Recently, "face pain" has become a hot topic on the Internet, with many netizens reporting inexplicable pain or discomfort on their face. This article will analyze the possible causes, symptoms and response methods based on the hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days, and attach structured data for reference.
1. Common causes of facial pain

According to discussions between medical experts and netizens, facial pain may be caused by the following factors:
| Reason type | Specific instructions | Proportion (discussion popularity) |
|---|---|---|
| neuropathic pain | Trigeminal neuralgia, facial neuritis, etc. | 35% |
| skin problems | Allergies, dermatitis, shingles | 25% |
| Oral diseases | Dental caries, wisdom tooth inflammation, temporomandibular joint disorder | 20% |
| environmental factors | Cold irritation, dryness, UV burns | 15% |
| Others | Psychological stress, migraine, etc. | 5% |
2. Recent hotly discussed cases on the Internet
In the past 10 days, the following topics related to "face pain" have attracted widespread attention:
| Date | hot events | Platform popularity index |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-05 | # seasonal facial tingling# was on Weibo hot search | 120 million |
| 2023-11-08 | A video of an internet celebrity sharing her experience of "trigeminal neuralgia" goes viral | 80 million |
| 2023-11-10 | Expert popularization of "temporomandibular joint disorder" triggers discussion | 65 million |
3. Typical symptoms and identification methods
The symptoms of "cheek pain" caused by different causes vary significantly, and can be preliminarily judged by the following characteristics:
| Symptoms | possible causes | Recommended to check |
|---|---|---|
| Severe electric shock-like pain that lasts for several seconds | trigeminal neuralgia | Neurology MRI |
| Redness, swelling, itching and pain with dandruff | allergic dermatitis | Dermatology testing |
| Pain that gets worse when chewing | Temporomandibular joint disease | Oral CT scan |
| Unilateral vesicular rash | Shingles | Viral antibody testing |
4. Countermeasures and precautions
1.Emergency treatment:Apply ice to relieve acute pain, but avoid direct contact with the skin (use a towel)
2.Medical tips:If the pain lasts for more than 3 days or is accompanied by fever or rash, seek medical attention immediately
3.Daily protection:Use mild skin care products and avoid excessive cleansing (see the table below for a list of products that have recently been tested by netizens as effective)
| product type | Recommended brands | Positive rating |
|---|---|---|
| soothing cream | La Roche-Posay B5 | 92% |
| Medical cold compress | Fuljia | 88% |
| nerve pain patch | Salombas | 85% |
5. Latest suggestions from experts (updated in November 2023)
1. The Chinese Medical Doctor Association reminds: With the coming of winter, the number of medical consultations for facial pain increases by 30%, and you need to be wary of "mask dermatitis"
2. Research from Peking Union Medical College Hospital shows that psychological stress can lead to the phenomenon of “phantom pain”. It is recommended to perform facial muscle relaxation exercises every day.
3. Latest clinical data from Japan: Vitamin B supplementation can reduce the frequency of neuropathic pain attacks (see table below for recommended intake)
| Nutrients | daily demand | Rich in food |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B1 | 1.2mg | whole grains, pork |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.4μg | animal liver, fish |
Conclusion:Although facial pain is common, it cannot be ignored. It is recommended to seek medical treatment in time based on your own symptoms. The recent climate has been dry and changeable, so we need to pay more attention to facial protection. If you have relevant experience, please share your coping experience in the comment area.
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