Henry has hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy. He lacks
A) chemoreceptors.
B) nociceptors.
C) mechanoreceptors.
D) baroreceptors.

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Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy causes a lack of nociceptors, which are responsible for detecting pain and temperature sensation. The other types of receptors (chemoreceptors, mechanoreceptors, and baroreceptors) are not specifically affected by this condition.

Henry Has Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy