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Which Organ is Sensitive to Touch?

Published in Sensory Organs 2 mins read

The skin is the most sensitive organ to touch.

The Skin: Our Body's Largest and Most Sensitive Organ

The skin, covering approximately 20 square feet of our body, is not only the largest organ but also the most sensitive. It responds to a wide range of stimuli, including touch, temperature, pain, pressure, and vibration. Its complex structure, containing nerves, glands, hair, and nails, allows for this remarkable sensitivity. Older people may experience increased sensitivity to light touches, as noted in the MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/004013.htm

However, sensitivity to touch isn't limited solely to the skin. Other areas and organs also possess significant touch sensitivity:

Research into spatial acuity for pain and touch further highlights the complex nature of touch sensitivity across different body regions. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4143958/ Studies show segregation of nerve fibers conveying light touch and pain sensation, emphasizing the distinct mechanisms involved. https://www.pnas.org/doi/abs/10.1073/pnas.0603229103