10 Paresthesia Symptoms
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Prickly or Itchy Feeling
Prickling or itching commonly arises for no apparent reason when people have paresthesia. The prickling sensation has been compared to the feeling of electric shocks on the skin. People may feel the need to scratch the affected area to relieve the tickling sensation.
Although the symptom is usually transient, it may last for a long time. If the prickling or itching sensation doesn't go away, medical attention should be sought.
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