Next time you feel an itch, remember that your brain's vast network of neurons informs it whether it is an itch or pain. A ...

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In a nutshell While scratching worsens allergic skin conditions like eczema by increasing inflammation, it also activates a defense mechanism against bacterial infections, particularly Staphylococcus ...

In fact, Kaplan observed the same result with control mice that were wearing tiny Elizabethan collars to prevent scratching, suggesting that the effects are the result of scratching rather than ...

Over the years I have seen some very severe rashes – full body rashes with severe redness, dryness, cracking, weeping, and of ...

In contact dermatitis, mast cells are directly activated by allergens, which drives minor inflammation and itchiness.” Also read | Here’s why you feel the urge to itch when someone is doing it ...