Flare size but not intensity reflects histamine-induced itch

Flare size but not intensity reflects histamine-induced itch

Introduction: Flare reactions arise due to the release of vasodilators from sensory nerves caused by antidromic transmission of action potentials after the induction of itch. Objective: We investigated the link between flare and itch using 3 models of itch. Methods:...
Flare size but not intensity reflects histamine-induced itch

Skin provocation tests may help to diagnose atopic dermatitis

Background: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common skin disorder. Its diagnosis relieson clinical judgment. Mild and untypical manifestations may cause diagnostic difficulties. Biomarkers for the differential diagnostic workup of AD are needed. Objective: To test whether...