hyperaesthesia

/ˌhaɪpərɛsˈθiʒə/
noun
  1. An abnormally increased sensitivity to sensory stimuli, such as touch, pain, or sound.
    • People with hyperaesthesia may find light touches painful.
    • Hyperaesthesia can be a symptom of certain neurological disorders.
    • The patient's hyperaesthesia made it difficult to wear rough fabrics.
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