axon reflex

To what extent axon reflexes are involved cannot be judged from the results of the present study.

Experimental evidence also exists for the presence of axon reflexes in the alimentary canal.

In addition, a flare reaction was noted to develop around the CFS electrodes, suggesting activation of axon reflexes in nociceptive C-fibres.

Amelioration of trophic status - due to cutaneo-visceral reflexes and histamine release the skin becomes hyperemic (reflectory dilation of arterioles and capillaries due to axon reflexes) and edematous (vasodilation and increase of permeability due to histamine release).

It is more likely that these work by inhibiting the response of sensory C fibers to the irritant capsaicin, inhibiting local axon reflexes involved in asthma, and may inhibit the release of preformed T cell cytokines and mediators involved in asthma.