cranial nerve (Meaning)

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cranial nerve (n)

any of the 12 paired nerves that originate in the brain stem

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There are twelve pairs of cranial nerves that directly connect the brain to various parts of the head and neck.
Cranial nerves control essential functions like vision, hearing, taste, and facial movements.
Damage to a cranial nerve can cause problems with anything from smelling food to blinking your eyes.
The trigeminal nerve, a cranial nerve, is responsible for sensation in most of your face.
The vagus nerve, another cranial nerve, plays a crucial role in regulating heart rate and digestion.
Neurologists often test cranial nerve function to diagnose neurological conditions.
Bell's palsy, a temporary weakness of facial muscles, can be caused by a malfunction of a cranial nerve.
Some medications can have side effects that temporarily affect cranial nerve function.
As we age, certain cranial nerves may show signs of degeneration, leading to minor sensory loss.
Studying cranial nerves helps us understand the complex communication network between the brain and the body.

any of the 12 paired nerves that originate in the brain stem

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There are twelve pairs of cranial nerves that directly connect the brain to various parts of the head and neck.

Cranial nerves control essential functions like vision, hearing, taste, and facial movements.

Damage to a cranial nerve can cause problems with anything from smelling food to blinking your eyes.

The trigeminal nerve, a cranial nerve, is responsible for sensation in most of your face.