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mosquito bite
Coverage of mosquito bite in the Nexus archive.
- Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea
Scratching bug bites worsens inflammation and itchiness, according to research on mice showing that scratching triggers immune responses. Studies by Dr. Daniel Kaplan’s team found that preventing scratching reduced swelling and inflammation, suggesting scratching disrupts skin healing.