Question 1

which brain structure receives information from all of the senses except that of the olfactory nerve?

Accepted Answer

Somatosensory: Post central gyrus of the Parietal lobe.

Question 2

can dust get up to the olfactory nerve?

Accepted Answer

Not exactly: Your olfactory nerve is from your brainstem and its branches eventually make their way to your nasal mucosa and receive input from your nose i.e. smell.  Things do not go up the nerve as such only the information the nerve endings receive.

Question 3

i lost my taste from having the flu about a year ago will it ever come back ? can  the olfactory nerve heal?

Accepted Answer

Waiting a Year?: You have waited a year without any specialist evaluation and treatment? Please go see an expert in this field. Your family physician will help you with that.

Question 4

i mix lot bleach and toilet cleaner and was exposed to a powerful gas for few seconds. i jumped into fresh air. did i damage my lungs/olfactory nerve?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: If bleach or toilet cleaner touched your eyes, you would need to go to ER asap. Otherwise, if you just smelled fumes, you likely have not caused any permanent damage in your lungs or nerves.

Question 5

how far does the covid swab go up your nose? can it reach the olfactory nerve to the brain?

Accepted Answer

NO: The Nasopharynx is the back of your nose and throat, and has no connection with the nerves in your brain. The swab goes to the uppermost region of this area, but does not go past that into your brain as there is a fairly tough membrane that prevents anything from passing through.

Question 6

does taking heavy steam damages olfactory nerves.?

Accepted Answer

: Unlikely. Steam, hot enough to damage the olfactory nerves would not be tolerable in lower parts of the nose. Remember, moderation is a good practice.
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Question 7

can nerve damage heal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If the damage does not cause the nerve to be completely cut, then healing can occur. If a nerve has been cut, it will need to be reconnected in order to grow. Nerve grows about 1 mm/day, so depending on where the injury is, it may take over a year for recovery. It is difficult after a nerve is cut to get 100% recovery, but some return of sensation can be expected after repair.

Question 8

can nerve damage repair itself?

Accepted Answer

No: If the nerve is simply bruised, then the nerve damage may improve with time alone. However, nerve lacerations or direct injuries often require surgical exploration and direct repair in a timely fashion. For chronic injuries, nerve grafts may be necessary.

Question 9

can nerve damage reverse itself?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Generically, if only the coverings of a nerve are involved (myelin), and healing begins, it will take about 4 weeks.  If the central portion of the nerve fibre is involved (axon), recovery is the speed of finger nail growth (.1 mm daily). Depends on location, causation, and whether successful treatment is available.

Question 10

how permanent can nerve damage be?

Accepted Answer

Very permanent: Your question is not open to an answer because you offer no specifics. What nerve? How severe is the involvement?

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Which brain structure receives information from all of the senses except that of the olfactory nerve?

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I lost my taste from having the flu about a year ago will it ever come back ? can the olfactory nerve heal?

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I mix lot bleach and toilet cleaner and was exposed to a powerful gas for few seconds. i jumped into fresh air. did i damage my lungs/olfactory nerve?

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How far does the covid swab go up your nose? can it reach the olfactory nerve to the brain?

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Does taking heavy steam damages olfactory nerves.?

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