Should You Scratch That Itch? Science Has a Surprising Answer
The researchers also demonstrated that scratching prompts pain-sensing neurons to release a chemical known as substance P, ...
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Why you shouldn’t scratch an itchy rash: New study explains
Scratching an itchy rash really does make it worse. Now we know why, thanks to new research published today in the journal ...
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Why it feels good to scratch that itch: the immune benefits of scratching
Scratching where it itches reduces the presence of potentially harmful bacteria on the skin, studies in mice show.
Why scratching a rash really does make it worse
Constantly scratching and picking at an itchy rash really does make it worse. But why? According to newly released research ...
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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Can Dogs Have Allergies? What Pet Parents Need to Know
Fortunately, dog parents can help relieve their pup's allergies from the comfort of home. Although there isn't a permanent ...
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9 Best Flea Shampoo for Dogs
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Why you shouldn't scratch an itchy rash: New study explains
Allergic contact dermatitis is an allergic reaction to allergens or skin irritants ... shame" that a dog might sport after a visit to the vet, and in animals that lacked the itch-sensing ...