Olfactomotor Response

Olfactomotor response

The olfactomotor response is a reflex response that occurs when inhaling irritating substances. It consists of quickly closing the nasal passages and abruptly stopping inhalation to prevent the irritant from entering the respiratory tract.

This protective reflex is mediated by the trigeminal nerve. When exposed to the olfactory receptors in the nasal cavity, excitation along the trigeminal nerve is transmitted to the motor nuclei of the cranial nerves innervating the nasal muscles. This leads to a sharp contraction of the wings of the nose and closure of the nasal passages.

Thus, the olfactomotor reaction protects the body from harmful substances entering the respiratory system and plays an important protective role. This reflex is well expressed in mammals and is also present in humans.

Since ancient times, people have used their senses to understand the world around them. One of the most important senses is the sense of smell, which allows us to understand what smells are around us and how they affect our mood, the mood of others, as well as the psychological atmosphere that can be created in the process of communication and social interactions.

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