Scientists have now shown why it may not be a good idea to scratch an itchy rash, even though it feels good. This research ...

Scratching is often pleasurable, which suggests that, in order to have evolved, this behavior must provide some kind of ...

That irresistible relief from scratching an itchy rash comes from the mild pain it causes, which distracts the brain from the ...

Scratching an itchy rash worsens inflammation by triggering pain-sensing neurons and activating mast cells, creating a ...

An itchy rash can be frustrating, and scratching often feels like the only relief. However, new research confirms that giving ...

The itch from bug bites, rashes, and other skin conditions can sometimes be so overpowering that it feels impossible to avoid ...

Constantly scratching and picking at an itchy rash really does make it worse. But why? According to newly released research ...

Scratching an itchy rash really does make it worse. Now we know why, thanks to new research published today in the journal ...

Well, the scientists think that though the reaction may worsen the rash itself, it could also offer an immune response to ...

New research published in the journal Science uncovers how scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a mouse model ...

The research highlights why avoiding scratching is essential for healthier skin. Scratching may feel good in the moment, but it often makes rashes worse by increasing inflammation. While it can help ...