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Crocodile tears are due to -

A
Cross innervation of facial nerve fibers
B
Cross innervation of trigeminal nerve fibers
C
Improper regeneration of trigeminal nerve
D
Improper regeneration of facial nerve
High-Yield Explanation
Crocodile tears (gustatory lacrimation):- There is unilateral lacrimation with mastication. This is due to faulty regeneration of parasympathetic fibres which now supply lacrimal gland instead of the salivary glands. It can be treated by a section of greater superficial petrosal nerve or tympanic neurectomy.

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