• The cremasteric reflex is a superficial (i.e., close to the skin's surface) reflex observed in human males. This reflex is elicited by lightly stroking...
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    muscle, responsible for the cremasteric reflex; a protective and physiologic superficial reflex of the testicles. The reflex raises and lowers the testicles...
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  • Anocutaneous reflex (S2-S4) Baroreflex Cough reflex Cremasteric reflex (L1-L2) Diving reflex Lazarus sign Muscular defense Photic sneeze reflex Scratch reflex Sneeze...
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    fever. There is often an absent or decreased cremasteric reflex. The absence of the cremasteric reflex in an acutely painful testicle is most indicative...
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  • of the startle response is a startle reflex reaction. The startle reflex is a brainstem reflectory reaction (reflex) that serves to protect vulnerable parts...
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  • Cremasteric reflex — elevation of the scrotum and testis elicited by stroking of the superior and medial part of the thigh. Crossed extensor reflex —...
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    direct inguinal hernia. In males with strong presentation of the cremasteric reflex, the testes can—during supine sexual activity or manual manipulation—partially...
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    less than 6 hrs of duration. There is often an absent or decreased cremasteric reflex, the testicle is elevated, and often is horizontal. It occurs annually...
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    normal position of the epididymis relative to the testicle). The cremasteric reflex (elevation of the testicle in response to stroking the upper inner...
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    only travels through part of the inguinal canal. It mediates the cremasteric reflex. The size of this nerve is in inverse proportion to that of the iliohypogastric...
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