An itchy rash with blisters can be caused by an allergic reaction; an autoimmune disorder; a bacterial, fungal, or viral infection; and trauma to the skin. Figuring out the trigger is key to relief ...

If you love to scratch an itchy rash, good news! A new study reveals scratching a rash has upsides -- along with the downsides your mom warned you about. Nail’d it! Scratching an itchy rash can feel ...

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

How many times were you told not to scratch an itchy rash when you were a kid because you’d only make it worse? Well, it ...

The TRPV4 protein’s dual nature, found in studies with mice, may complicate the hunt for human itch treatments ...

While eczema is a common skin condition, it can manifest in many different ways. And with so much possible variation, it's not always easy to properly identify eczema. Eczema symptoms can be mild — a ...

Persistent itchy rashes may be fungal infections like tinea, not irritation, seek proper treatment.

Dear Dr. Roach: Recently, I noticed two red spots on my neck that looked like a rash. Urgent care said that it was pityriasis rosea, a common, harmless rash that is not contagious. Within two days, ...

Chemo rash is one of the most common side effects of cancer treatment. These rashes usually aren’t serious, but they can cause pain, itching, and other uncomfortable symptoms. Chemotherapy, also ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...