Epicritic sensation

What does "Epicritic sensation" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Epicritic sensation" refers to the ability to perceive and differentiate fine touch and temperature changes. It's a type of sensory perception that helps in identifying the texture of objects, recognizing shapes, and sensing minor variations in temperature. When a medical report mentions that epicritic sensation is intact, it means that this specific type of sensory perception is functioning normally.

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