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Common Diseases and Disorders of the Sensory System

Question 5 • *GV 2018 - P.E. Health Science Concepts - PE361

If you have a heightened sensitivity to feelings of pain, then you have

Answer
A
hyperalgesia.
B
hyperesthesia.
C
hyperthesia.
D
paresthesia.

Explanation

Hyperalgesia means an unusually heightened sensitivity to pain, so even painful stimuli may feel more painful than expected. Hyperesthesia is increased sensitivity to sensation more generally, while paresthesia refers to abnormal sensations such as tingling or “pins and needles.”

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