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Damage to which cranial nerve can result in death?
vagus nerve
Does carpal tunnel syndrone result in damage to the median nerve and the wrist?
Yes, carpal tunnel syndrome can result in damage to the median nerve, which runs through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. The condition occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed, often due to repetitive motion or conditions that cause swelling in the wrist. Prolonged pressure can lead to nerve damage, resulting in symptoms like pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand. If left untreated, it can potentially cause permanent damage to the nerve and affect wrist function.
What nerve is affected when you lose your voice?
If loosing your voice is associated with hoarseness it is generally a result of soft tissue swelling. Not nerve involvement.
What does the nerve damage caused by leprosy result in?
Destruction of the nerve endings causes the affected areas to lose sensation.
After 10 days it sho?
After 10 days it should not feel tender, but if there is is no swelling or redness then it is likely painful because of the nerve damage
Which of the crainal nerves are involved in blindness?
Blindness can be caused by damage to the optic nerve (cranial nerve II), which is responsible for transmitting visual information from the eye to the brain. Damage or dysfunction of the optic nerve can result in partial or complete blindness.
Does swelling in the leg cause nerve damage?
Damage in the back would not be my first choice . . . but it could have put pressure on a major blood vessel. Leg and ankle swelling have more to do with heart disease or diabetes. You should see a doctor, very soon!
Is numbness a side effect of dental implants?
No, residual numbness after dental implant surgery is due to nerve damage - either bruising, swelling or accidental severing during either tooth removal or the implant surgery. This effect may be temporary or it may be permanent, depending on the amount of damage to the nerve - Swelling near the nerve may take months to completely subside, if this is the cause you should see a gradual improvement.
Can hot tubs cause nerve damage?
Hot tubs can potentially cause nerve damage if the water temperature is too high, leading to burns or scalding. Prolonged exposure to hot water can also result in nerve damage due to the heat affecting the nerves. It is important to regulate the temperature and duration of hot tub use to prevent potential nerve damage.
A fracture of the ethmoid bone could result in damage to which cranial nerve?
Olfactory nerve. Olfactory nerve fibers arise from olfactory receptor cells located in olfactory epithelium of nasal cavity and pass through cribriform plate of ethmoid bone to synapse in olfactory bulb.
What risks are associated with lymphadenectomy?
include excessive bleeding, infection, pain, excessive swelling, vein inflammation (phlebitis), and damage to nerves during surgery. Nerve damage may be temporary or permanent
What happens if you accidentally hit the nerve during blood extraction?
Hitting a nerve while drawing blood can cause nerve damage to the patient. This is very serious and can result in a permanent disability.
