See Also
1. Cranial Nerve 12
Signs
1. Atrophy, fasciculations of involved Tongue half
2. Deviation toward paralyzed side when protruded
Differential
1. Tongue Carcinoma presents with palpable mass
  1. No palpable mass in Hypoglossal Nerve Paralysis

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