Scientists investigating the cellular basis for itching have made an important discovery, and one that could lead to new treatments of chronic conditions like eczema. The breakthrough centers on ...

Topical agents remain first-line treatment for dermatologic conditions that cause itch, including atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, and urticaria.

Itchy skin, medically known as pruritus, can be a symptom of certain types of cancer. Itching can also be a reaction to certain cancer treatments. We'll tell you what to watch for and when to see ...

Current treatments for chronic itch are ineffective and new therapies are needed. Writing in Science Translational Medicine, Solinski et al. report the identification of small-molecule inhibitors ...

A woman's chronic itch defied all types of treatment, from steroids to opioids to light therapy, but it finally dissipated after her doctors told her to try cannabis.

Rapid itch reduction was positively correlated with treatment response among patients taking dupilumab for bullous pemphigoid, according to a study.“Bullous pemphigoid (BP) is the most common ...

Even after using lice treatments, you may still feel like you have lice due to increased skin sensitivity or because the treatment wasn't effective.

If you notice an itch or scratch, you might want to consult your vet for treatment options, like an anti-itch cream or shampoo, to speed up the healing process.

Regeneron’s Phase III trials show promising results for new antibody treatments, offering rapid and lasting relief from cat ...

How to identify, treat and prevent swimmer's itch and its irritating rash this summer.