Key Points 1. Anterior epistaxis is the most common and often originates from Little’s area in Kiesselbach’s plexus, whereas posterior bleeds commonly originate from the sphenopalatine artery distribution. 2. The most important initial evaluation is a rough gauge of epistaxis…
Key Points 1. Chemosensation (the perception of chemicals) relies on three sensory systems: taste, olfaction, and somatosensory. 2. Chemosensory dysfunction can severely influence quality of life, ranging from safety issues such as detection of a gas leak to higher functions…
Key Points 1. Headaches can be classified as primary, secondary, or both. Primary headaches occur in the absence of another disorder known to cause headaches (e.g., tension-type or migraine headache). Secondary headaches occur in the presence of another disorder that…