You’re not supposed to scratch an itchy rash — but new study reveals it has some benefits
Scratching is often pleasurable, which suggests that, in order to have evolved, this behavior must provide some kind of ...
Why scratching a rash really does make it worse
Constantly scratching and picking at an itchy rash really does make it worse. But why? According to newly released research ...
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Why you shouldn’t scratch an itchy rash: New study explains
Scratching an itchy rash really does make it worse. Now we know why, thanks to new research published today in the journal ...
13 Things Lurking in Your Home That Could Be Triggering Your Allergies
While you may be aware of more common outdoor allergies, you may not know that plenty of things in your home could be causing ...
Woman allergic to rain and water says washing hands caused rashes
A young woman with more than 40 allergies - including water - has to use a colour-coded spreadsheet to keep track of them all ...
‘Changed my life’: People are putting diaper rash cream on their faces. Here’s why it actually works
TikTok user @_nvrseeme was having a hard time with her winter skincare routine, which resulted in more breakouts than usual.
Should You Scratch That Itch? Science Has a Surprising Answer
The researchers also demonstrated that scratching prompts pain-sensing neurons to release a chemical known as substance P, which triggers mast cells: cells involved in the immune system, causing ...
New study explains why you shouldn't scratch an itchy rash
New research published in the journal Science uncovers how scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a mouse model ...