Moisturise: The primary thing to do for managing eczema is to keep the skin well-moisturised. Instead of lotions, go for ...

It’s wintertime in the Northern Hemisphere, and for many people that means having the spotlight on your body’s largest ...

I noticed tiny, flesh-coloured bumps on my fingers ― they itched so badly I was tempted to bite my hand (no, really), an urge ...

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

Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that may cause dry, itchy, and discolored skin. The National Eczema Association reports that it affects nearly 32 million people in the United States.

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

The researchers also demonstrated that scratching prompts pain-sensing neurons to release a chemical known as substance P, which triggers mast cells: cells involved in the immune system, causing ...

You may also develop dry skin and itchy legs if you have a skin condition like eczema or psoriasis. Shaving doesn’t only leave your legs smoother. It can also cause razor bumps on the legs.

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