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Nervous System

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  • Crazy88 views

    Amputees Can Still Feel Pain Or Sensations In A Missing Limb

    Phantom limb pain is a phenomenon where individuals who have had a limb amputated still experience sensations, including pain, itching, or pressure, as if the limb were still there. It's believed to be caused by changes in the brain and nervous system, showing the brain's complex mapping of the body.

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  • Biology122 views

    Your Gut Has a "Second Brain" That Influences Mood

    The enteric nervous system (ENS) in your digestive tract contains over 100 million neurons, operating independently of the central nervous system. It directly impacts mood, stress, and overall well-being, earning it the nickname "second brain."

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