A 64-year-old male presents with dry eyes. Which ganglion is most likely to be affected?
A 64-year-old male presents with dry eyes. Which ganglion is most likely to be affected?
Explanation
A 64-year-old male presents with dry eyes.
The Pterygopalatine ganglion is most likely to be affected.
This ganglion is involved:
- In the innervation of the lacrimal glands
- damage or dysfunction can lead to decreased tear production
- resulting in dry eyes