Scratching where it itches reduces the presence of potentially harmful bacteria on the skin, studies in mice show.

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 ...

The following is a summary of “Exploring itch in hidradenitis suppurativa with lessons from atopic dermatitis and psoriasis,” ...

The FDA has approved Journavx, a pain medication, offering a safer alternative to opioids. Learn about its benefits and side ...

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 ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Journavx, a new pain reliever without the risks of addiction or ...

The FDA has approved Journavx, a new non-opioid pain medication designed to reduce addiction and overdose risks.

FDA approves Journavx, a non-opioid medication for moderate to severe acute pain. Learn about its efficacy and side effects.

Scratching an itch is almost irresistible — even though it can make a problem worse. Now researchers have discovered a mechanism that explains the "itch-scratch cycle".

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 ...