Pruritus

... neurocutaneous interactions influence a variety of physiological and pathophysiological functions, including cell growth, immunity, inflammation, pruritus, and wound healing. This interaction is mediated by primary afferent as well as autonomic nerves, which release neuromediators and activate ...

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... neuropeptides that are present in C- and A-fibre afferents and that are released upon stimulation of peripheral nerve endings. CGRP and SP induce pruritus, dilate arterioles, increase vascular permeability and activate mast cells. Capsaicin-induced depletion of sensory nerves prevents the neuropeptide ...

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... neuropeptides that are present in C- and A-fibre afferents and that are released upon stimulation of peripheral nerve endings. CGRP and SP induce pruritus, dilate arterioles, increase vascular permeability and activate mast cells. Capsaicin-induced depletion of sensory nerves prevents the neuropeptide ...

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... is one of several kinds allergic reaction against penicillin. This depends on individuals. Another side effects of penicillin are: - Itching (pruritus) - Diarrhoea - Allergic reaction to active ingredient - Fever (pyrexia) - Inflammation of the large intestine (colitis)

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... it. An allergy may release chemicals that make the skin swell and itch." Also this is interesting: The general medical term for itching is pruritus (proor EYE tuss). There are all kinds of pruritus; the kind we're talking about here is called punctate pruritus, spot itching not triggered ...

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