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Arnold's nerve cough
Also known as:
Arnold's neuralgia
Associated persons:
Friedrich Arnold
Description:
Reflex cough, caused by irritation (friction from clotting, temperature changes) of auricular branch of vagus (X) nerve. It is associated with attack of sub-occipital stabbing or burning pain, shifting to neck occasionally and to shoulder. Auricular neuralgia may be present. Pain on pressure on the area posterior to ear.
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