vagal

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to the vagus nerve or its effects.

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Variants

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vagal , vagally

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'vagus', meaning 'wandering' or 'roving'.

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Trivia

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1. The vagus nerve is the only cranial nerve that passes through the thoracic and abdominal cavities.

2. Damage to the vagus nerve can result in various conditions, including gastroparesis, dysphagia, and hoarseness.

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Related Concepts

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1. parasympathetic nervous system: The part of the autonomic nervous system that promotes the 'rest and digest' response.

2. vagus nerve: The longest cranial nerve, responsible for various functions including digestion, heart rate regulation, and speech.

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Culture

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In medicine, the term 'vagal' is used to describe anything related to the vagus nerve, which is the longest cranial nerve in the human body. It plays a crucial role in the parasympathetic nervous system and influences various functions such as digestion, heart rate, and speech.

How to Memorize "vagal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a network of nerves, the longest of which is called the vagus nerve. Visualize it wandering through various parts of the body, controlling various functions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'vagus' with the word 'vagabond', as both words have the same Latin root meaning 'wandering'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase, such as 'Vagus Always Goes Under Stomach' to remember that the vagus nerve influences stomach functions.

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