Inferior palpebral nerve

Inferior palpebral nerve is a branch of the maxillary nerve, which is itself a branch of the trigeminal nerve. The term "inferior palpebral" refers to the lower eyelid, with "inferior" meaning lower and "palpebral" relating to the eyelid.

Anatomy

The inferior palpebral nerve arises from the infraorbital nerve, a branch of the maxillary nerve. It supplies sensory innervation to the skin of the lower eyelid, the skin of the side of the nose, and the conjunctiva of the lower eyelid.

Function

The primary function of the inferior palpebral nerve is to provide sensory innervation to the lower eyelid and side of the nose. This allows for the sensation of touch, temperature, and pain in these areas.

Clinical significance

Damage to the inferior palpebral nerve can result in loss of sensation in the areas it supplies. This can occur due to trauma, surgery, or conditions that affect the nerves, such as neuropathy.

See also

• Superior palpebral nerve
• Infraorbital nerve
• Maxillary nerve
• Trigeminal nerve

References

Inferior palpebral nerve Resources
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