Match the symptom with its definition.
-Itching
A)Pruritus
B)Anesthesia
C)Hyperesthesia
D)Hypesthesia
E)Paresthesia

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Itching is the unpleasant sensation that leads to the irresistible urge to scratch. The medical term for itching is pruritus.

Answer: B
 Anesthesia is the loss of feeling or sensation in body parts.

Answer: C
 Hyperesthesia is a condition that results in an increased sensitivity to stimuli such as touch, sound, or light.

Answer: D 
 Hypesthesia is the opposite of hyperesthesia, leading to a reduced sensitivity to stimuli.

Answer: E 
 Paresthesia refers to abnormal sensations such as tingling, burning, or numbing that are usually felt in the extremities.

Match the Symptom with Its Definition