Post parotidectomy, patient feels numb while shaving. Which nerve was involved ?
Correct Answer: Greater auricular
Description: Greater auricular nerve - supplies sensory innervation for skin over parotid & mastoid process(both surfaces of outer ear) | when damaged after parotidectomy, | causes hyperesthesia / hypoesthesia
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