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n. a folding or twisting, especially of the surface of the brain.

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May 7th 2024

compensatory reflex

compensatory reflex

a response that is opposite to, and therefore compensates for, another response. For example, a compensatory response to the suppression of pain by opioid drugs would be an increase in pain sensitivity. Therefore, with extended use, more of the opioid would be needed to achieve the same effect of pain suppression.