Search

What is another word for Hyperaesthesia?

Pronunciation: [hˌa͡ɪpəɹiːsθˈiːzi͡ə] (IPA)

Hyperaesthesia is a medical term used to describe an increased sensitivity or sensation in a certain part of the body. Synonyms for hyperaesthesia include hypersensitivity, hyperesthesia, hyperalgesia, and allodynia. Hypersensitivity refers to an exaggerated or excessive response to stimuli, while hyperesthesia indicates an increased sensitivity to touch, pain, or pressure. Hyperalgesia is similar to hyperaesthesia but specifically refers to an increased sensitivity to pain. Allodynia is a term used to describe pain caused by stimuli that are not normally painful, such as touching the skin or being exposed to a warm or cold temperature. These synonyms can be useful in describing symptoms to healthcare providers.
Hypernyms
Usage examples
Related words & questions
Search

What are the hypernyms for Hyperaesthesia?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

  • Other hypernyms:

    overreaction, sensitivity, Enhanced Perception, Exaggerated Response, Excessive Awareness, Hyperresponsiveness, heightened reactivity.

Usage examples for Hyperaesthesia

Neither found the serenity and repose of Wagner, for neither was as sane and both suffered mortally from Hyperaesthesia, the penalty of all sick genius.
"Chopin: The Man and His Music"
James Huneker
The chill and the Hyperaesthesia of the eyes can be so severe that a doctor or an oculist would be consulted.
"Inferences from Haunted Houses and Haunted Men"
John Harris
The Hyperaesthesia spreads in a slight degree round the eye.
"Inferences from Haunted Houses and Haunted Men"
John Harris

Related words: hyperaesthesia, hyper awareness, hyper-aesthesia, hypersensitivity

Related questions:

  • What is hyperaesthesia?
  • How is hyperaesthesia diagnosed?
  • What are the symptoms of hyperaesthesia?
  • How many people have hyperaesthesia?
  • Can you make someone experience hyperaesthesia?

    • Word of the Day

    Ocular Disparity
    Ocular disparity refers to the difference in perspective between the eyes, which allows for depth perception. The antonym of ocular disparity would be "ocular homogeneity," which r...