Why is my body so sensitive to touch? Unraveling hypersensitivity
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According to the National Institutes of Health, heightened sensitivity to touch, known as hyperesthesia, can be a symptom of conditions affecting the somatosensory nervous system. This discomfort can range from a mild, annoying feeling to a profoundly painful experience, leaving many to ask, 'Why is my body so sensitive to touch?'