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Paresthesia

Sensation of burning, tingling, or pricking associated with peripheral nerve damage.

Abnormal sensory symptom seen in peripheral neuropathies including those of vitamin B12, B6, or thiamin deficiency.

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper)Glossary

    Abnormal sensory symptom seen in peripheral neuropathies including those of vitamin B12, B6, or thiamin deficiency.

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