Which of the following medical conditions has a direct effect on sensory function contributing to sensory deficits? Select all that apply.
A) Diabetes
B) Hypertension
C) Multiple sclerosis
D) Breast cancer
E) Zinc deficiency
F) None of the above

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Diseases that affect circulation may impair function of the sensory receptors and the brain,thereby altering perception and response.Some diseases affect specific sensory organs.Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness among adults ages 20 to 74.Hypertension,too,can damage the retina of the eyes.Neurological disorders,such as multiple sclerosis,slow the transmission of nerve impulses.There is no indication that breast cancer leads to sensory deficits.Zinc deficiency can cause anosmia,which is reduced sense of smell.

Which of the Following Medical Conditions Has a Direct Effect