Phrases with «vagus»

The word "vagus" refers to the tenth cranial nerve in the human body, which is responsible for controlling various vital functions such as breathing, digestion, and heart rate. It helps in maintaining balance and regulating the body's internal organs. Full definition

Sentences with «vagus»

  • In studies testing the effects of vagus nerve stimulation on children with epilepsy, one of the side effects is uncontrollable laughter. (mindbodygreen.com)
  • This close connection come from the fact that we humans have two brains - one in the head and one in a gut (both created from the same tissue during foetal development), which are connected via vagus nerve. (positivevitality.ie)
  • In the future, Dong hopes to identify a compound that can block the G protein - coupled receptor on vagus nerves as a means of stopping airway «itch» and curbing asthma. (sciencedaily.com)
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