Why does scratching an insect bite make it worse?

A study from the University of Pittsburgh has shown that itching caused by skin inflammations, such as eczema, leads to increased inflammation by activating mast cells and releasing histamine, which prolongs the cycle of itching and swelling. The researchers explained that preventing scratching reduces inflammation and impacts the skin microbiome, decreasing Staphylococcus aureus bacteria associated with skin infections.

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