Itch is skin related complaint, brought about by infection, dry skin or by substances that provoke the release of the allergy-producing chemical histamine. Itch provokes scratching for relief and my be temporary or chronic. For chronic cases, doctors prescribe anti-histamine medication.
Pain is a more general term, but it is not restricted to the skin. It comes on suddenly, can be local or widespread, and can be mild or acute.
Ache, on the other hand, is persistent, generally restricted to an area or organ and is chronic Ache does not hinder you from doing something while pain does. And ache comes out of tiring, say of muscles for example, and lasts a while. Unlike pain, it is persistent and dull. It is the body’s signal to take suitable remedial measures.
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