Cremasteric reflex
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title:
Cremasteric reflex
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The cremasteric reflex is a superficial reflex observed in human males. This reflex is elicited by lightly stroking or poking the superior and medial (inner) part of the thigh—regardless of the direction of stroke. The normal response is an immediate contraction of the cremaster muscle that pulls up the testicle ipsilaterally.
The reflex utilizes sensory and motor fibers from two different nerves. When the inner thigh is stroked, sensory fibers of the ilioinguinal nerve are stimulated. These act
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Human reflex affecting the testicles
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cremasteric_reflex
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2024-01-15T18:24:59Z
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