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 ...
The 4 items that can leave you with ‘toasted skin syndrome’ – from hot water bottles to electric blankets and car seats
WHO doesn’t love cranking up the heated car seat when it’s freezing outside? Or maybe you struggle with period pain, and a ...
What is toasted skin syndrome? Why this skin condition pops up in the winter
Laptops, heating pads and space heaters on bare skin can lead to erythema ab igne, or toasted skin syndrome, experts say.
Dermatologist issues cancer warning over painful skin condition caused by electric blankets and hot water bottles
Many people are avoiding turning on their heating but using electric blankets to stay warm can have health risks ...
The 7 Types of Eczema: Symptoms And Causes
Atopic dermatitis is one of the most common types of eczema. Signs may include inflamed skin, rash, itchiness and excessive dryness. It may also include bumps and swollen skin that may ooze. It ...
Flesh-eating bacteria is on the rise in Canada and it's 'scaring the living daylights' out of surgeons
Rapidly spreading, harrowing and potentially lethal, a necrotizing soft tissue infection — so-called flesh-eating disease — ...
Joey King shocks fans after revealing painful facial burns
Joey's fellow stars jumped to her defence in the comment section of her Instagram reveal, with Noah Cyrus writing, "THIS IS YOUR LOOK," and her close friend, Sabrina Carpenter, adding, "Rude of you to ...
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Does scratching an itchy rash really make it worse? Scientists have finally worked it out
New research, published in the journal Science, shows how scratching actually aggravates inflammation and swelling in mice ...
Pictures and expert advice to help you identify 23 common skin rashes
Out of more than 3,000 skin diseases, how do you know what condition you have? These 23 skin rash pictures and expert tips can help you decipher your skin.
Here's What 'Toasted Skin Syndrome' Is—and Signs You Might Have It
Toasted skin syndrome happens due to repeated exposure to moderate heat, but can also occur from infrared radiation, notes Jones. Common heat sources include heating pads, laptop computers, heated car ...