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Meaning of paresthesia

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

paresthesia

Pronunciation:/ˌpærɪsˈθiːziə, -ʒə/

noun

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  1. A sensation of burning, prickling, itching, or tingling of the skin, with no obvious cause.

    Example: Paresthesia occurs when a body part 'falls asleep'.