Question

Injury to the lingual nerve would result in which of the following symptoms?

A) Loss of general sensation to the anterior ⅔ of the tongue on the right side
B) Deviation of the tongue to the right side on protrusion
C) Reduced salivation
D) Loss of taste to the anterior ⅔ of the tongue on the right side

Answer 1

Injury to the lingual nerve would result in loss of taste to the anterior ⅔ of the tongue on the right side.

Step-by-step explanation:

Injury to the lingual nerve would result in loss of taste to the anterior ⅔ of the tongue on the right side. The lingual nerve is responsible for conveying taste sensation from the tongue to the brain. When it is damaged, the ability to taste in the affected area is impaired.