I was under the impression that only older adults got shingles,” says Mangini, who was 37 at the time. The rash spread, yet ...

Scratching an itchy rash worsens inflammation by triggering pain-sensing neurons and activating mast cells, creating a ...

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD Hives and eczema are two of the most common skin disorders. Hives, clinically known as ...

Hives, also known as urticaria, are raised, itchy welts on your skin that occur due to an allergen. The reaction is uncomfortable, but it’s often not serious.

A sun rash is an immune system reaction to sunlight exposure that causes itchy bumps, raised patches, or blisters on your skin. Here’s why and how to find relief.

Applied topically, chamomile provides instant relief from the itching and discomfort associated with hives. It's a go-to ...

Mayo Clinic researchers have identified a targeted therapy that could bring relief to people living with lichen planus, a ...

Red spots on the skin can be caused by various factors, ranging from harmless to signs of underlying health issues. This ...

A new study conducted in mice suggests that, although it's not all good, our urge to scratch at itchy skin may have an evolutionary benefit.

You can have a reaction to various foods, but it’s not always an allergy – the difference lies with your immune system.

In another top story, results from the randomized BEACON trial revealed that adults with moderate to severe chronic spontaneous urticaria saw substantial reductions in tryptase as early as week 1 ...

“Skin purging” is a term some people use to describe an increase in acne after starting a new skin care product, such as a retinoid. However, there are no scientific studies on this topic ...