People living with common allergies such as asthma, hay fever, and atopic dermatitis are at greater risk of developing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and neuroticism. Researchers report the link was likely not causal.
Cysteine leukotriene receptor 2 appears to be a key player in chronic itch, a new study reports.
Periostin can directly activate neurons associated with itching. Blocking periostin receptors reduced itch response in mouse models of chronic allergic itching.
Researchers have developed a light sensitive chemical that binds to specialized nerve cells. When illuminated by near infrared light, the chemical helps stop an itch, allowing for skin healing.
Researchers implicate the neuropeptide NPPB in generating the itching sensation symptomatic of eczema.
New findings could help point the way to new targets for developing treatments for multiple sclerosis.
