Considering hand eczema (HE) to be at least two signs plus itch may be a good first step toward defining the condition, a questionnaire-based study suggests. "Our data emphasizes the importance of ...

An itch can feel like a burn, an electric shock, or a crawling sensation. It’s caused by stimulated nerve cells in the skin, which make you want to scratch the affected area. Share on Pinterest If ...

Whether you’re dealing with dry skin, a mosquito bite, or a full-blown allergic reaction, you’ve likely experienced your fair share of itchiness. But if you’ve ever wondered exactly what causes an ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The itchiness that comes with some annoying dermatological ...

If you have itchy, red skin in your crotch area, it might be genital psoriasis. Or it could be jock itch. While the two conditions can look a lot alike, there are differences between them. A big ...

We've all had bug bites, or dry scalp, or a sunburn that causes itch. But what if you felt itchy all the time — and there was no relief? Journalist Annie Lowrey suffers from primary biliary ...

Nutria itch results when the larvae of roundworms living inside nutrias (coypu rats) enter a person’s skin. It can cause a severe rash, itching, and swelling. People who work in wetlands and marshes ...

Some practices can make jock itch worse or prevent it from healing. But other health conditions may resemble jock itch and require different treatment options. Jock itch happens when a specific ...

A left palm itching can carry spiritual meaning or be related to a medical condition. There are superstitions about luck and money that relate to a hand that itches, and remedies on how to make it ...