Itching could be a symptom of these 4 cancers according to oncologist

Having itchy skin can be a sign of anything from irritating clothing to eczema, but an oncologist has warned that your ...

4 types of cancer that may cause persistent itching symptoms

Persistent itching can sometimes signal serious illness, including cancer. Oncologist Dr Amit Garg highlights four ...
Yahoo

An itching paradox – a molecule that triggers the urge to scratch also turns down inflammation in the skin

Itching can be uncomfortable, but it’s a normal part of your skin’s immune response to external threats. When you’re itching from an encounter with poison ivy or mosquitoes, consider that your urge to ...
Health and Me on MSN

Do you have persistent itching? It could be linked to these 4 cancers

Persistent itchy skin is usually harmless, but doctors warn it can sometimes be linked to certain cancers. Here are four ...
New Atlas

Is there a benefit to scratching that itch? Yes and no, says new study

The itch from bug bites, rashes, and other skin conditions can sometimes be so overpowering that it feels impossible to avoid scratching them. But new research explains why you might want to hold off ...
KCRW

What can trigger an itch? Scientists have found a new culprit

This itchy microbe really touches a nerve. A common skin bacterium can directly interact with a nerve cell to trigger an itch, new study shows, suggesting possible new therapies for itchy conditions.
Daily Herald

The trick that soothes an itch better than scratching

Q: Is it true that you shouldn’t scratch itchy skin? What should I do instead? A: Scratching an itch can damage your skin and make the urge even worse. Instead, try rubbing or gently stroking it with ...
KOAT Albuquerque

Understanding mosquito bites: Why do they itch and how to prevent them

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 ...