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Tiny bits of RNA can trigger pain and itchiness

Two microRNAs may shed light on the causes of chronic nerve pain and itch

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BRINGING THE PAIN (AND ITCH)  Small RNAs can be a major inconvenience, inducing nerve pain and itchiness, two studies show. 

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By Tina Hesman Saey

- More than 2 years ago

Some snippets of RNA can be a real pain.

A microRNA called miR-30c-5p contributes to nerve pain in rats and people, a new study finds.