Scratching Your Itch Feels Amazing – But Here’s What It’s Really Doing to Your Skin
Scratching an itchy rash worsens inflammation by triggering pain-sensing neurons and activating mast cells, creating a ...
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Scratching that itch? Science confirms it only makes rashes worse
The research highlights why avoiding scratching is essential for healthier skin. Scratching may feel good in the moment, but it often makes rashes worse by increasing inflammation. While it can help ...
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New study reveals why you shouldn’t scratch an itchy rash
An itchy rash can be frustrating, and scratching often feels like the only relief. However, new research confirms that giving ...
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 ...
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Got An Itchy Rash? Now We Know Why You Probably Shouldn't Scratch It
How many times were you told not to scratch an itchy rash when you were a kid because you’d only make it worse? Well, it turns out that advice was actually correct and now we know why, according to a ...
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Is there a benefit to scratching that itch? Yes and no, says new study
The itch from bug bites, rashes, and other skin conditions can sometimes be so overpowering that it feels impossible to avoid ...