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Hyperesthesia
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Definition
: Increased sensitivity to cutaneous stimulation due to a diminished threshold or an increased response to stimuli.
do not confuse with HYPESTHESIA, diminished sensitivity; coord with TOUCH or HOT TEMPERATURE if pertinent
Other names
Hyperesthesia, Thermal; Hyperesthesia, Tactile; Thermal Hyperesthesias; Thermal Hyperesthesia; Tactile Hyperesthesias; Tactile Hyperesthesia; Sensations, Hyperesthetic; Sensation, Hyperesthetic; Oxyesthesias; Hyperesthetic Sensation; Hyperesthesias, Thermal; Hyperesthesias, Tactile; Hyperesthesias; Oxyesthesia; Hyperesthetic Sensations
