Experiencing or affected by the sensation of ants crawling on the skin.
Past participle of 'formicate,' formed by adding '-ed' to the verb. This adjective describes someone currently experiencing the ant-crawling sensation, combining the Latin 'formica' with the past tense marker.
People with diabetic neuropathy, fibromyalgia, or menopause often report feeling formicated—it's a disturbing sensation that has a surprisingly poetic Latin name, making it easier for doctors to discuss a patient's experience seriously.
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