Scratching where it itches reduces the presence of potentially harmful bacteria on the skin, studies in mice show.

Without the urge to itch, patients can unknowingly become exposed to the parasite, which the U.S. Centers for Disease Control ...

However, a chlorine rash is a reaction to coming into contact with chlorine, while swimmer’s itch is caused by an allergic reaction to microscopic parasites that live in bodies of fresh or salt ...

This condition, often referred to as swimmer's itch, occurs when cercariae, the larval stage of these parasites, penetrate human skin, leading to irritation and allergic reactions. Recent research ...

You may not realize it, but you’re likely performing a few methods of itch prevention for your pet already, such as administering parasite preventives or keeping up on your pet’s grooming.