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How can you best destroy small afferent nerve fibers in the nasopharynx/pharynx?
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Why?: Afferent nerves take sensation from these areas. Losing sensation in these areas could cause severe swallowing and choking problems and loss of pain sensation.
Answered 5/20/2013
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