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MOXPEARL25 t1_ja46n14 wrote

Getting hit in the nose has a different feeling from getting hit anywhere else because the nose is a particularly sensitive part of the body. The nose is full of nerve endings, meaning that it is very sensitive to touch and pressure. Additionally, the nose has a direct connection to the brain, so any sensation of pain or pressure that is felt in the nose can be felt more prominently.

Furthermore, the nose is home to a number of delicate and important internal structures, such as the sinuses and nasal cavity, which can be damaged easily by a hard blow.

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rachtastic94 t1_ja4bdxv wrote

It’s also mostly cartilage and not protected by much. If you’re hit elsewhere on your body, usually there’s muscle and fat to cushion the blow.

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