“At a high level, we feel itch when cells in our skin release signaling molecules that activate peripheral nerve fibers that ...

How does our brain register an itch? We find out from a National Skin Centre expert why medical conditions such as chronic ...

MINNEAPOLIS — As winter finally makes its presence felt, so does a symptom of the frigid air. Dry skin is forming and many of ...

A wool sweater is the perfect shield against cold weather; however, it can make your entire upper body itch. But why is that? Interestingly, not all wool garments cause the same amount of skin ...

When skin cells do not shed, they form thick plaques that can be itchy, painful, and may even become infected. The solution: These skin conditions can be managed with prescription medication ...

Your GP will only do this if you have an area of skin or a mole that looks slightly ... bleeding, crusting or itching. If you have any of these signs then you should see your doctor without ...

This article describes the association between itchy skin and rosacea ... More common in males, this can happen if a person does not seek treatment for rosacea. People may be able to treat ...

My skin is itching all over, but the doctor says that he can see no rash. I have been using E45 for months with no benefit. I also use Boots antiseptic cream to enable me to sleep at night.

Beware the itch-scratch cycle! Scratching your skin releases extra histamine, sending more itchy signals to your brain. Do it too much and you will break the skin, risking infection and causing ...

Our hot and humid climate, along with tight clothes and walking barefooted on dubious floors, creates the perfect breeding ...

An itchy vagina is pretty irritating and can cause you embarrassment in public. But once you know the cause, it becomes easy to manage. Some possible causes are yeast infection, STIs, skin irritants, ...