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The brain stem includes the medulla oblongata, which is a control center for respiratory and many other integrative functions such as cardiovascular, pain sensitivity, and alertness. Any information from the body to the cerebellum and cerebrum must also pass the brain stem. Thus, damage to the brain stem also affects other functions that are not directly related to it as well.
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∙ 14y agoThe vital centres of the brain that help us in involutary functions like breathing, beating of the heart are situated just above the neck region, and also, the spinal cord begins at the neck region. Severe damage to the neck, for e.g.: fracture of the neck vertebrae usually causes damage to these areas of the brain and the spinal cord, and are therefore fatal.
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Can a karate kick be fatal?
If you hit someone hard enough. If you kick someone in the lower-mid back with enough force, that can be fatal, as would be to kick someone in the back of the neck. Any blow, whether a kick or a punch, could be fatal. A heavy kick in the chest can literally stop the heart. And strong kick in the area of the spine or neck can snap bones and severe the spinal cord. They can cause blood clots which can go to the heart and kill a person. They can cause heavy bruising, which can lead to many different problems, some of which can be fatal.
What is the medical term meaning sun damage to the neck?
Poikiloderma is the medical term meaning sun damage to the neck.
What are the habits of the werewolf?
To find a food source, mainly of their closest friends or family. Often try to spread the "were disease" from person to person by a painful, if fatal bite to the leg or neck.
What Four kinds of injuries that shaking a baby can cause?
brain damage, neck damage, broken bones and even death
Can a person get any damage to them if they talk and drive?
I was hit by a person talking on the cell phone. I received severe neck and shoulder injuries. I am suing her and it will be determined soon what it will cost her for her yakking while driving.
If you get whip lash can your swallow reflex get injured?
It can... it depends on where the damage is... if high in your neck, yes... If in your shoulders, no. It can... it depends on where the damage is... if high in your neck, yes... If in your shoulders, no.
What are the risks of radical neck dissection?
The greatest risk in a radical neck dissection is damage to the nerves, muscles, and veins in the neck.
What is the impact of cameras on man?
Quite severe, if they are swung by the neck strap.
Is the obi trek safe for back and neck problems?
it does depend on how severe the injuries are.
What are the symptoms of severe insulin resistance?
In more severe cases, there may be dark patches (Acanthosis nigricans) on the neck, elbows, knees, knuckles, and armpits.
Loss of ability to perform skilled motor activities are damaged to what?
Loss of ability to perform skilled motor activities is often due to damage to the motor cortex or the pathways that connect the motor cortex to the muscles. Other possible causes include damage to the cerebellum or basal ganglia, which are involved in coordinating movement. Additionally, damage to the spinal cord can also result in loss of skilled motor function below the level of the injury.
Does manual strangulation with a rope cause brain damage if so how?
Manual strangulation deprives the brain of oxygen; so while the process itself may not cause a lot of physical damage, preventing oxygenated blood to the brain will result in brain damage or death. Manual strangulation often results in damage to or breaking of the hyoid bone in the neck.
