AIIMS 2003
- Exam
- AIIMS
- Year
- 2003
- Subject
- Zoology
- Chapter
- Neural Control and Coordination
AIIMS 2003 · Zoology · Neural Control and Coordination
Excessive stimulation of vagus nerve in humans may lead to:
Excessive stimulation of vagus nerve in humans may lead to:
Options
- Ahoarse voice
- Bpeptic ulcers
- Cefficient digestion of proteins
- Dirregular contractions of diaphragm.
Correct answer
B. peptic ulcers
Step-by-step solution
Excessive stimulation of vagus nerve in humans may lead to peptic ulcer. Vagal stimulation increases peristalsis which in excess, secretes more and pepsin from stomach. These causes erosion through protective barrier of mucus and muscularis mucosa into the submucosa which leads to peptic ulcer.