A tickly itch, a painful scratch, or the feeling of a refreshing breeze—the skin is teaming with nerve endings that drive these sensations. Scientists are getting into the epidermis to explore how ...

Six key early signs of leprosy and why timely diagnosis is crucial for preventing long-term complications. Expert explains how early detection and treatment can help manage the disease effectively.

Pressure on the highly sensitive palms ignites pressure-sensitive nerve endings in the skin. Those nerve endings send signals ...

Doctors now use creams containing the substance to treat some arthritic conditions and neuralgic pain that comes from oversensitive nerve endings near the skin. Caterina said it's unclear whether ...

Neurocosmetics are the latest in a host of wellness trends to hone in on the link between the topical products we use and our ...