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 using mice as a model, scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a type of eczema called allergic contact dermatitis.
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 of a type of eczema called allergic contact dermatitis.
Scratching an itch is so good, and so bad
Scratching an itch can bring a contradictory wave of pleasure and misery. A mouse study on scratching, reported in the Jan. 31 Science, fleshes out this
Should You Scratch That Itch? Science Has a Surprising Answer
Despite the saying “happiness is having a scratch for every itch,” itching often makes the itchy skin condition worse. So why is the instinct so strong? In a study with mice, researchers from the University of Pittsburgh uncovered why scratching worsens inflammation and swelling—and why humans and other animals may have,
Scratching an itch could help boost your immune defences
Mice that were free to scratch their itchy ears saw the number of immune cells go up and levels of infection-causing bacteria decline
The Itch Paradox: Why Scratching Hurts but Also Heals
Scratching isn’t just a bad habit — it’s an immune defense mechanism. While it fuels inflammation, it also helps fight infections by drawing immune cells to the skin. Scientists have uncovered how this paradoxical process works,
You’re not supposed to scratch an itchy rash — but new study reveals it has some benefits
Nail’d it! Scratching an itchy rash can feel sooo good — that’s because the rubbing creates a mild pain sensation that ...
‘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.
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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 that uncovers how scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a mouse model of a type of eczema ...
Rash of Nashville car burglaries come as juveniles serve less time in custody after being arrested
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What’s That Rash? How to ID 14 of the Most Common Skin Irritations
Feeling a little itchy? Here's how to recognize the most commonly undiagnosed skin irritations, including the one you may ...