Yet when it comes to scratching all of those dry patches, something inside our brains signals when it’s time to stop. That moment of relief is not accidental, and scientists have now pinpointed the ...

Scientists are studying a mechanism that helps tell the brain to stop scratching.

Having an itchy bug bite can drive you nuts and make you willing to do anything to resolve it. Thankfully, there are several bug bite treatments to soothe the scratching. While most of these ...

Itchy eyes can strike at the most inconvenient times, turning a perfectly good day into an uncomfortable experience filled with rubbing and watering eyes. Whether the culprit is seasonal allergies, ...

Researchers identify the TRPV4 ion channel as the body's internal "stop scratching" signal, offering new hope for chronic itch relief.

Atopic dermatitis is a chronic (long-lasting) skin condition that causes dry, itchy patches of skin that may crack or ooze. It is the most common form of eczema. Itchiness occurs when an overactive ...