How do pain and itch interact?

A. Itching acts as a substitute to distract people from real pain.
B. Itching alerts people when pain is due to a serious cause.
C. The sensation of pain leads to the sensation of itch.
D. The sensation of pain inhibits the sensation of itch.


Answer: D

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