Abstract
Although the role of prostanoids in itch was actively studied a decade ago, interest in this area has waned in recent years. Andoh et al. (2007, this issue) demonstrate that the prostanoid thromboxane A2 elicits scratching through its TP receptor. Identification of new itch mediators and their respective receptors within the skin will undoubtedly be the focus of future drug development for this distressing symptom.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1857-1859 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of Investigative Dermatology |
Volume | 127 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs |
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State | Published - Aug 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Dermatology
- Cell Biology