New research uncovers the dual nature of scratching an itch; although it can worsen skin inflammation, it can also boost ...

The researchers also demonstrated that scratching prompts pain-sensing neurons to release a chemical known as substance P, ...

Researchers studied genetically modified mice that lack NP2 itch-sensing neurons, to investigate the connection between itch, ...

Scratching an itchy rash really does make it worse. Now we know why, thanks to new research published today in the journal ...

It might feel good, but it's not good. The post Study confirms scratching an itchy rash only makes it worse appeared first on ...

Scratching an itch is almost irresistible — even though it can make a problem worse. Now researchers have discovered a ...

Scratching isn’t just a bad habit — it’s an immune defense mechanism. While it fuels inflammation, it also helps fight ...

New research published in the journal Science uncovers how scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a mouse model ...

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

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 ...

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

Scratching an itchy rash really does make it worse. Now we know why, thanks to new research published today in ...