Snout reflex
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Snout reflex
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The Snout reflex or a "Pout" is a pouting or pursing of the lips that is elicited by light tapping of the closed lips near the midline. The contraction of the muscles causes the mouth to resemble a snout. This reflex is tested in a neurological exam and if present, is a sign of brain damage or dysfunction. Along with the "suck", palmomental reflexes and other reflexes, snout is considered a frontal release sign. These reflexes are normally inhibited by frontal lobe activity in the brain, but can
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snout_reflex
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2020-12-15T03:19:38Z
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