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Is there a benefit to scratching that itch? Yes and no, says new study
The itch from bug bites, rashes, and other skin conditions can sometimes be so overpowering that it feels impossible to avoid ...
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 ...
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, which triggers mast cells: cells involved in the immune system, causing ...
Frustrated By An Itchy Rash? Scratching Might Be Good For You After All; This Study Reveals Its Benefits
That irresistible relief from scratching an itchy rash comes from the mild pain it causes, which distracts the brain from the ...