The sensation of tingling, burning, pricking, or numbness is called what?

• A. Hemiplegia
• B. Paresthesias
• C. Vertigo
• D. Spinal Fluid

Answer: (B)

Tingling, burning, pricking, or numbness are called paresthesias. This term describes abnormal sensory experiences that arise when nerve signals are irritated or damaged, such as from nerve compression, neuropathy, or nerve injury. Paresthesias are different from vertigo, which is a spinning sensation, and from anything to do with spinal fluid, which is the actual fluid around the brain and spinal cord rather than a sensation. In notes, you’d document paresthesias by noting where they occur, whether they’re constant or intermittent, how they’ve progressed, and any associated symptoms like weakness or changes in coordination.