A review of itch:causes, neurophysiology, interpretation, and treatment options

[摘要] (pruritic stimuli) by specific subsets of neurons that transmit and modulate signals through the spinal cord to the brain for interpretation. A host of exogenous and endogeneous pruritogens have been discovered, along with the subsets of neurons, receptors, and pathways responsible for the sensation they cause. This knowledge has yielded numerous topical, systemic, and light-based options for therapy, many of which have been studied and may provide well-tolerated and efficacious long-term treatment for this common complaint....

[学科分类] 皮肤病学