Publications by authors named "Hannah F E Slade"
Article Synopsis
- Recent studies identify specific peripheral neurons for itch transmission, but spinal interneuron roles remain debated.
- Research shows that spinal somatostatin-positive (SOM) excitatory interneurons are crucial for transmitting itch sensations, as their ablation significantly reduces scratching responses to pruritogens.
- Findings suggest parallel pathways in spinal itch processing, highlighting a novel mechanism where SOM neurons influence itch perception through interactions with inhibitory interneurons.
