An itchy rash can be frustrating, and scratching often feels like the only relief. However, new research confirms that giving in to the urge only makes inflammation worse. The study, published in ...

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

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

Scratching promotes inflammatory processes in the case of contact allergy. However, it also boosts defenses against ...

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 ...

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

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

Explore a rare case of systemic mastocytosis in a young adult, highlighting its role in unexplained osteoporosis and the need ...

Mice that were free to scratch their itchy ears saw the number of immune cells go up and levels of infection-causing bacteria decline ...