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paresthesia
 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun paresthesia has 1 sense
  1. paresthesia, paraesthesia - abnormal skin sensations (as tingling or tickling or itching or burning) usually associated with peripheral nerve damage
    --1 is a kind of symptom
    --1 has particulars: formication

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Paresthesia

Definition

Paresthesia refers to an abnormal sensation or numbness in the skin, typically characterized by tingling, pricking, burning, or electric shock-like feelings. It is often caused by nerve damage or irritation.

Sample Sentences

  1. The patient complained of paresthesia in their fingers after the car accident.
  2. Some medications can cause temporary paresthesia as a side effect.
  3. Her leg fell asleep, and she experienced paresthesia when she attempted to stand.

Usage

Paresthesia can be used as both a noun and a medical term.

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