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Scientists think they have figured out why scratching relieves an itch, something that has apparently never been fully understood. picked by Ankabout 7 months ago tags scratch itch nerve cell |
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OH, it brings such blessed relief and now scientists can tell you why - scratching an itch temporarily shuts off areas in the brain linked with unpleasant feelings and memories. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago 3 comments edit related share science |
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US scientists have pinpointed a type of nerve cell in mice which appears to generate the itch sensation. 3 comments edit related share scienceThe finding suggests itching is not simply a low-level variation of pain - but a distinct sensation. picked by AutumnLotus 3 months ago |
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Fully functioning teeth have been grown from stem cells planted in the mouths of mice, scientists said today. 1 comments edit related share scienceThe researchers in Japan hope the breakthrough could proved not only to be an important step towards being able to replace teeth in humans but eventually replacing organs, lost or damaged as a result of disease, injury or aging. picked by AutumnLotus 3 months ago |
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