The question of whether people feel painful than their non-rich peers, have long remained a mystery. Recent studies, published in AestheSiology and Perioperative Science, have shed light on this issue, finding that the presence of red hair is really associated with altered sensitivity to pain and painkillers.
Comparing the various reports of anesthesiologists and the results of studies on humans and animals, scientists have found that red -haired can be different sensitivity to different types of pain. For example, some studies have shown that red -haired women may be more sensitive to pain associated with fever but less sensitive to electric shock pain. This means that the effectiveness of various painkillers may vary in red people depending on the type of pain.
Interestingly, studies have also shown that red -haired may require a higher dose of general anesthesia to reach a sedative state, but they can be more sensitive to opioids such as morphine and fentanyl. However, there are studies that have found no differences in the reaction of red and red people to anesthesia and analgesic.
To solve this genetic mystery, researchers conducted experiments with mice that were genetically identical, except for the color of wool. Scientists have found that the MC1R gene responsible for the appearance of red hair affects the protein in the cells of the body that produce pigments. They also found that the ore MC1R variant reduces the production of POMC substance, which is associated with sensitivity to pain and opioids.
As a result of these discoveries, scientists suggest that red -haired can have a higher pain threshold and increased sensitivity to pain, as well as reduced sensitivity to some opioids. These results make it possible to better understand the mechanisms of pain and the reaction to the painkillers in red people, but the question of how ore feel pain, remains comprehensive and needs further research.
These recent studies raise the veil of secrets around red hair and pain, but leave a lot to study, and the future work of scientists can bring us closer to a complete understanding of this mysterious association.
