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Somatosensory Disorders  

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Definition

  • Disorders of sensory information received from superficial and deep regions of the body. The somatosensory system conveys neural impulses which pertain to proprioception, tactile sensation, thermal sensation, pressure sensation, and pain. PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DISEASES; SPINAL CORD DISEASES; and BRAIN DISEASES may be associated with impaired or abnormal somatic sensation.

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Entry terms

  • Somatic Sensation Disorders

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-R09QM7RB-6

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