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Next time you feel an itch, remember that your brain's vast network of neurons informs it whether it is an itch or pain. A ...

Discover the unexpected reasons behind breast and nipple itching, from simple skin irritation to more serious concerns that warrant medical attention.

While the topic might feel awkward to discuss, understanding the potential causes, treatments, and warning signs can lead to faster relief and prevention of future episodes. Itching in intimate ...

Normal pregnancy changes: As your belly grows, your skin stretches, which can cause dryness and itching. This is normal. Hormonal changes: Pregnancy hormones can make your skin more sensitive ...

Itchy skin, or pruritus, can result from conditions like eczema or dermatitis. Less commonly, it can stem from conditions such as kidney failure and liver disease. Some causes of itching affect ...

Jock itch belongs to a group of fungal skin infections called tinea. As in other tinea infections, mold-like fungi known as dermatophytes cause jock itch. These microscopic fungi live on your skin ...

Vaginal itching has many possible causes, including allergens, hormonal changes, irritants, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), hormonal changes, or other factors. Proper hygiene—rinsing ...

A vaginal yeast infection that leads to severe itching is a common overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. According to experts, it happens if you have high blood sugar levels or diabetes. A few other ...

ORLANDO — Itching in older patients should not be dismissed as simply dry skin, but rather approached as a complex problem involving numerous causes, according to a speaker at the American ...