Question

If you palpate the bony projection on the lateral side of your wrist, just proximal to the thumb, what part of the radius are you feeling?

Answer 1

Answer:

proceso estiloides

Explanation:

The styloid process or styloid process originates from the tympanic portion of the temporal bone, its abnormal growth or ossification of the stylohyoid ligament causes pain stimulated by the sensory cranial nerves. Some of these symptoms, along with the elongated styloid process, are known as Eagle syndrome. The diagnosis is clinical and radiological, with computed tomography. Surgical treatment is indicated in people who do not respond to medical treatment and can be performed by transoral or external approach