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Glossary Facial Nerve

controls facial expressions and taste for the front tongue

The facial nerve, also known as Cranial Nerve VII, is a crucial nerve that controls the muscles responsible for facial expressions, such as smiling and frowning. It also plays a role in the sense of taste for the front two-thirds of the tongue, and it helps with the production of saliva and tears. Damage to this nerve can lead to conditions like Bell's palsy, which results in temporary facial paralysis.

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research Bilateral facial nerve palsy associated with p-ANCA positive vasculitis in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis

3 citations , October 2001 in “British Journal of Ophthalmology”

In this case, intralesional cidofovir showed a successful outcome for treating SCC without systemic toxicity, suggesting it may be worth considering alongside surgical excision.

research Epithelial skirt and bulge of human facial vellus hair follicles and and associated Merkel cell-nerve complex

48 citations , July 1993 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

Merkel cells are abundant in facial vellus hair follicles, especially during the anagen phase.

Motoneuron-Specific PTEN Deletion in Mice Induces Neuronal Hypertrophy and Regeneration After Facial Nerve Injury

research Motoneuron-Specific PTEN Deletion in Mice Induces Neuronal Hypertrophy and Also Regeneration after Facial Nerve Injury

6 citations , February 2022 in “The journal of neuroscience/The Journal of neuroscience”

This study observed that deleting PTEN in mouse facial motoneurons enhanced peripheral axon regeneration but also led to physiological changes and potential hyperplasia in older mice.

Application of Second Near Infrared Fluorescence Imaging to Trace CelTrac1000-Labeled Hair Follicle Epidermal Neural Crest Stem Cells in Repairing Rat Facial Nerve Defects

research Application of second near infrared fluorescence imaging to trace CelTrac1000-labeled hair follicle epidermal neural crest stem cells in repairing rat facial nerve defects

November 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

In this study, researchers used NIR-II fluorescence imaging to track the survival and migration of EPI-NCSCs in rat models, finding that these stem cells aided in repairing facial nerve defects when applied via acellular nerve allografts.

research Exosomes from Hair Follicle Epidermal Neural Crest Stem Cells Promote Acellular Nerve Allografts to Bridge Rat Facial Nerve Defects

December 2022 in “Stem Cells and Development”

The researchers reported that using exosomes from hair follicle stem cells with acellular nerve allografts helped bridge facial nerve defects in rats and may match the effectiveness of autograft therapy.

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community Oral Minoxidil - Multiple Facial Hair in One Follicle / Pili Multigemini Question

in Minoxidil 117 upvotes 9 months ago

Oral minoxidil can cause multiple facial hairs to grow from one follicle, known as Pili Multigemini, leading to ingrown hairs and zits. Users report increased facial and body hair growth, with some experiencing fewer issues after switching to dutasteride.

community Minoxidil (topical) facial bloat

6 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil can cause facial bloat, which some users manage by adjusting sodium intake or using it only on the scalp. Alternatives like finasteride or dutasteride are suggested for those concerned about facial changes.

community If minox causes facial wrinkles, then I should mix my Min/Fin for 1 dose daily, not 2?

4 upvotes 3 years ago

Minoxidil may cause facial aging, possibly due to alcohol and propylene glycol (PG) content. The user plans to reduce Minoxidil and Finasteride to one daily dose to minimize these effects.

community Oral Minoxidil and the "Facial Bloating" - what the research actually says

43 upvotes 4 months ago

Oral minoxidil can cause rare facial bloating, especially at higher doses and in women. Reducing sodium intake, drinking more water, and adjusting the dose can help manage side effects.

community Dutasteride thins eyebrows and facial hair but doesn't stop scalp loss.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 37 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may not effectively stop scalp hair loss and can cause thinning of facial and body hair, including eyebrows. Users suggest considering other causes like autoimmune conditions or vitamin deficiencies and exploring treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.

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Will the transplanted beard hair from a hair transplant grow like natural facial hair? Transplanted beard hair grows like natural facial hair over time.

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