Meaning of the word paresthesia in English
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paresthesia
US /ˌpær.əsˈθiː.ʒə/
UK /ˌpær.əsˈθiː.zi.ə/
Noun
an abnormal sensation, typically tingling or pricking ('pins and needles'), caused chiefly by pressure on or damage to peripheral nerves
Example:
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I often experience paresthesia in my hands when I wake up.
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The doctor diagnosed her with mild paresthesia due to nerve compression.