Algogenic substances

What are algogenic substances?

Algogenic substances, when released from injured tissues or injected subcutaneously, activate or sensitize nociceptors (algos = pain). Histamines, substance P, glutamate, potassium, and prostaglandins are a few examples of algogenic substances.

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