New research uncovers the dual nature of scratching an itch; although it can worsen skin inflammation, it can also boost ...

Researchers studied genetically modified mice that lack NP2 itch-sensing neurons, to investigate the connection between itch, ...

Nail’d it! Scratching an itchy rash can feel sooo good — that’s because the rubbing creates a mild pain sensation that distracts the brain from the itch. The pain triggers the brain to release ...