Definition:
A paresthesia is an abnormal skin sensation -- such as itching, burning, tingling or tickling -- without an obvious cause. It's most commonly associated with peripheral nerve damage but also occurs in many people with fibromyalgia. Some paresthesias can be painful.
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Pronunciation: Pair-ahs-THEE-jha
Also Known As: Nerve pain, "pins-and-needles," crawling sensations, prickling, tingling, itching, burning
Common Misspellings: Parasthesia
