Clobetasol, triamcinolone, and fluocinonide are medications that may reduce severe inflammation and itching from poison ivy. When poison ivy causes severe reactions, over-the-counter (OTC) treatments ...

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 ...

Medically reviewed by Deeptej Singh, MD Itchy skin can stem from conditions like eczema and psoriasis, which cause skin inflammation.Chronic kidney disease may cause itchy skin due to a buildup of ...

A potassium hydroxide (KOH) examination of scales from his abdomen reveals definite scabietic elements (Figure 3), confirming the diagnosis of scabies. Images of these findings are shown to the ...

Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Key Takeaways Changes in body temperature and hormones at night can make your scalp itch more.Common skin conditions that cause nighttime scalp itching ...

The FDA issued a warning regarding the long-term use of two allergy medications. The medications are sold over-the-counter and prescribed. See below for details regarding the warning. Earlier this ...

That persistent urge to scratch your palms can range from mildly annoying to completely distracting. While many people dismiss palm itching as a minor inconvenience, this common symptom can actually ...

Journalist Annie Lowrey has a rare disease that causes a near-constant itch that doesn't respond to most treatments. She likens the itchiness to a... Chronic itch is miserable. Scientists are just ...