Experiencing an itchy scalp isn't just frustrating, it's also such an uncomfortable feeling. If you've ever had an itchy scalp, you know that it can be so distracting and can even feel embarrassing at ...

Scientists show for the first time that bacteria can cause itch by activating nerve cells in the skin. The findings can inform new therapies to treat itch that occurs in inflammatory skin conditions ...

An itchy scalp can be more than just a nuisance-it can disrupt your focus, interfere with your sleep, and lead to constant scratching that causes further irritation or even hair damage. If you're ...

We've all had bug bites, or dry scalp, or a sunburn that causes itch. But what if you felt itchy all the time — and there was no relief? Journalist Annie Lowrey suffers from primary biliary ...

Scientists at Harvard Medical School have shown for the first time that a common skin bacterium — Staphylococcus aureus — can cause itch by acting directly on nerve cells. The research adds an ...