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Why do wounds itch when they heal?

Why do wounds itch when they heal? | MirrorLog
The injured tissue releases the neurotransmitter histamine abundantly. Immediately after injury, it triggers an inflammatory response and later prompts tissue stem cells to migrate to the damaged area and repair the tissue.Β  Β 
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It turns out that histamine irritates the nerve endings in the skin, causing itching.
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