A couple of years after a kind doctor rhythmically thumped a series of “tender points” and declared me diagnosed with ...

But there’s more to scratching than gating in the spinal cord. Deep brain structures stimulated by touch send signals back ...

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have uncovered new insights into the dual nature of scratching an itch, indicating that while it can worsen skin inflammation, it can also boost immune ...

Q: Is it true that you shouldn’t scratch itchy skin? What should I do instead? A: Scratching an itch can damage your skin and make the urge even worse. Instead, try rubbing or gently stroking it with ...

One of the defining characteristics of eczema - its itchiness - may now be helping scientists unlock a treatment. Sure, scratching that itch might give a moment of relief, but it can also lead to skin ...

Itchy feet can have many harmless causes, but experts warn persistent itching could be a symptom of medical conditions ...

While usually harmless, persistent itchy feet can sometimes indicate underlying health conditions that require medical ...