Auditory Nerve

The auditory nerve carries sound impulses from the inner ear to the brain. The brain “unscrambles” the auditory signals to make them recognizable as sounds.

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Adam Husney MDE. Gregory Thompson MDKathleen Romito MDWilliam H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

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Auditory Nerve

The auditory nerve carries sound impulses from the inner ear to the brain. The brain “unscrambles” the auditory signals to make them recognizable as sounds.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Medical review

Adam Husney MDE. Gregory Thompson MDKathleen Romito MDWilliam H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

Last Updated

10/21/2018

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This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.