Why Does a Mosquito Bite Itch

question 31

Multiple Choice

Why does a mosquito bite itch?

• A) This is similar to a placebo effect-you expect it to itch, so it does.
• B) Pain receptors are stimulated, because itch is a type of pain.
• C) Injured tissues release the chemical histamine, which causes an itching sensation.
• D) Receptors in the vestibular sense become active, and this is experienced as an itching sensation.

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