Publications by authors named "Stephanie A Fulton"
Article Synopsis
- Kappa opioid receptors (KOR) inhibit primary sensory neurons, but the specific types that express KOR are not well understood.
- Using advanced techniques, researchers identified that KOR is present in certain peptidergic sensory neurons and low-threshold mechanoreceptors near hair follicles.
- KOR signaling not only reduces excitatory neurotransmission and inflammation in these neurons but also shows potential for pain and itch relief when using targeted KOR agonists as a treatment option.
