B­­rian Kim, Mount Sinai For most people, an itch caused by a mosquito bite or exposure to poison ivy fortunately causes temporary suffering. However, approximately 20% of people suffer from chronic ...

Chronic itch, also known as pruritus, is a distressing condition that can significantly impact the quality of life for those affected. It can arise from various underlying causes, including skin ...

Northwestern University researchers have tested a method to reduce the dreaded nocturnal itch-scratch cycle. Using an ...

“That was a bit of a surprise,” says Kaplan. An important caveat, Kaplan says, is that the work focused on acute rather than chronic itching. Chronic scratching can lead to skin damage, giving S.

Now, new research in Science Immunology has revealed a number of new promising avenues for bringing succor to people ...

New research uncovers the dual nature of scratching an itch; although it can worsen skin inflammation, it can also boost immune defenses against bacterial infections at the injury site.

According to a 2019 review, up to 84% of people with end stage chronic kidney disease develop pruritus. The authors state that recent advancements in dialysis treatments have helped bring the ...