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That irresistible relief from scratching an itchy rash comes from the mild pain it causes, which distracts the brain from the ...

Scratching an itchy rash worsens inflammation by triggering pain-sensing neurons and activating mast cells, creating a ...

Most treatments for hell’s itch are home remedies. People can take steps at ... The top layers of the skin can burn, causing redness, pain, and blistering. Mild itching is a common symptom ...

Many patients attribute poor sleep, depression, agitation, difficulty concentrating, and reduced sexual desire and function to itch. Treatment can be challenging, and often several modalities are ...

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

The FDA on Thursday approved a new class of pain medication that provides an alternative to opioids. It will be sold under ...

Jock itch, or tinea cruris, is a fungal infection that can cause itchiness in the groin or inner thighs. Home remedies and prescription medications can help ease symptoms and prevent the infection ...

Itchy skin commonly occurs with polycythemia vera. Treatment may include medications, UV therapy, and lifestyle changes, such as applying moisturizer and avoiding triggers. One of the most common ...

Treatment will depend on the cause. Balanitis can cause symptoms such as itching, swelling, pain when urinating, and a foul smell. It affects the head of the penis. As symptoms of balanitis can ...

It is the potent component of cayenne or red peppers, and acts by desensitizing nerve endings responsible for itch and pain (Yosipovitch ... may indirectly provide relief of itch associated ...