text: my scalp is always numb when i wake up. what's wrong with me? i think i have cervical spine problems; my scalp and tongue go numb when i sleep and this indicates that i'm pinching a nerve somewhere; i also have visual migraines sometimes...i went to a very uninterested neurologist who concluded that because i'm young, nothing's wrong. could i get brain damage if the nerves in my head keep getting pinched when i sleep? has this happened to anyone else? ps, i don't have cancer or a tumor or multiple sclerosis. try a chiropractor.  also try to eat a more alkaline than acid diet:  less protein and cooked foods, more raw fruits and vegetables.  dry skin brushing will help with all-over circulation:  http://healingtools.tripod.com/skinbrush.html  be sure to use a different brush for your neck and face than for the rest of your body.  and make sure it's a natural bristle brush, not one of those plastic things.  niacin helps to bring blood to the surface of the skin.  you may need to eat more foods high in niacin:  foods high in protein, like meat, eggs, and peanuts.  b supplements need to be taken in balance.  if you can find an herbalist in your area, they can help you find a combination b suited to your needs.  i hope this helps!  i can't imagine how stressful that must be.