Itchy skin (pruritus) without a rash may be caused by dry skin, allergies, bug bites, or an underlying medical condition. Health issues like liver disease, kidney disease, and thyroid disorders can ...

Dermatologists share 10 common causes of itchy skin, from dehydration and allergic reactions to pregnancy, nerve issues, and ...

Experts explain how to safely apply heat or cold to curb the urge to scratch an itchy mosquito bite.

You’re finally comfortable in bed, drifting peacefully toward sleep when suddenly—itch. You scratch. Another itch pops up. Before you know it, you’re wide awake and scratching like crazy, wondering if ...

If you have eczema, you’re already familiar with the incessant itching and redness that comes with experiencing a flare-up. When people classically think of eczema, they’re usually referring to atopic ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. From oral medications to topical creams, there are plenty of over the counter and natural remedies that can help diffuse the ...

Mosquito bites itch due to an immune system reaction to the insect's saliva. Scratching a bite releases more histamines, which increases inflammation and itching. To soothe a bite, you can apply a ...

A Texas A&M AgriLife Extension expert shares how to avoid and treat chigger bites when these tiny pests are most active.

If you have a child with atopic dermatitis, you know that scratching itchy skin comes with the territory. Problem is, scratching only makes things worse. “Scratching itchy skin often triggers what’s ...

SO FAR, NO REPORTS OF ANYONE GETTING SICK. YOU MAY HAVE NOTICED MOSQUITOES STARTING TO SHOW UP AGAIN. IF YOU’RE BITTEN, IT OFTEN LEADS TO AN ITCHY BUMP. IT’S SO ANNOYING. BUT KOAT, UNM HEALTH EXPERT ...