For the summer itchiness of bug bites, poison ivy and other types of contact dermatitis, dermatologists recommend anti-itch ...

You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. But why would something ...

If you find pleasure in scratching bug bites, then the experts have some bad news for you. You’ve probably been told this before, and brushed it off, but if you scratch a bite, it’s going to get worse ...

Discover why scratching bug bites worsens irritation and inflammation, supported by research on immune responses and itch ...

Both bug bites and hives can cause red, itchy bumps on your skin. While it can be difficult to tell them apart, learning key features and characteristics of each can help. Hives and bug bites are ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Seeing any insect scuttle around your home is cause for concern, but when it’s a bug that bites, all bets ...

NBC Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more. Bethany Heitman Contributing Editor Having an itchy bug ...

It can be jarring to discover you have a new bug bite, let alone several bug bites. And if it doesn’t look like you’re dealing with mosquito bites, it’s fair to wonder if you could have bed bug or ...

WASHINGTON — You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. But why would ...

A lot of things can cause itchiness, sometimes serious diseases. Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin. Now researchers better understand why even a ...