You know how challenging it can be to fight the urge to scratch if you have eczema. The skin condition causes dry, scaly, itchy skin rashes. However, while some people may find relief from the ...

Scientists have now shown why it may not be a good idea to scratch an itchy rash, even though it feels good. This research used a mouse model of a kind of eczema known as allergic contact dermatitis, ...

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If you have a child with atopic dermatitis, you know that scratching itchy skin comes with the territory. Problem is, scratching only makes things worse. “Scratching itchy skin often triggers what’s ...

Confused between eczema and psoriasis? Experts explain how these skin conditions differ in symptoms, causes, and treatment.

Formulated with colloidal oatmeal and ceramide, this body balm by Aveeno promises to calm itchy skin and heal eczema flare ups overnight—and it's on sale! "Recently, I dealt with an allergic reaction ...

An artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled hand sensor delivering closed-loop haptic feedback appeared to be an effective nonpharmacologic intervention to decrease nocturnal scratching in patients with ...

Itchy armpits are a common nuisance. Dermatologists explain the potential causes of underarm itching and when to see a doctor.

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 ...

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 ...