paresthesia vs prickly

paresthesia

noun
  • A sensation of burning, prickling, itching, or tingling of the skin, with no obvious cause. 

prickly

noun
  • Something that gives a pricking sensation; a sharp object. 

adj
  • Covered with sharp points. 

  • Easily irritated. 

  • Difficult; complicated; hairy or thorny. 

adv
  • In a prickly manner. 

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