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Question by  fishofhappiness (39)

How do vagus nerves get damaged?

 
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Answer by  Bob8478 (1040)

Any type of trauma can cause acute and often serious damage to the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is in and around the chest cavity near the heart. The vagus can be affected by different surgeries that involve intrusion of the chest and abdomen. This can be troublesome to many people.

 
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