Small red painful bumps over the scalp at the base of the hair are not uncommon. This occurs in children and adults as well. It commonly occurs due to inflammation of hair follicles, due to infection.

Itchy stitches may occur as a wound heals. A person can use antihistamine medication or cold compresses for relief, and a doctor may prescribe alternative treatments if the itching is severe. A person ...

Hemorrhoids can cause itchiness. A person can treat this itchiness using over-the-counter (OTC) creams and ointments. Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower part of the anus and rectum. They are ...

It starts with a slight tingle. Then a prickle. Soon you’re frantically scratching, but when you look down at your skin, there’s… nothing there. No redness, no bumps, no rash—just normal-looking skin ...

There are many causes for an itchy bum at night, but if your symptoms persist through OTC treatment, it may be time to talk with a doctor. We all know how elusive the perfect night of sleep can be.

When you experience a breakout on your butt, it may look like pimples. However, these blemishes are often a skin condition other than acne, such as folliculitis, boils, contact dermatitis, or ...

Guess what's lurking in the gym? MRSA, athlete's foot, jock itch, boils, impetigo, herpes simplex and ringworm, among other atrocities. Time to... As a reasonably frequent gym-goer, I feel like I have ...