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Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea

Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin.

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What happened Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin.
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CenterScratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea

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WJW FOX8 (Nexstar, Cleveland)News report · Jun 27, 1:31 PM

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea

Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin.

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Global News (Canada)News report · Jun 27, 12:14 PM

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea

WASHINGTON (AP) — You've likely heard it since childhood: Don't scratch that bug bite or rash, you'll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad?

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Jun 27, 12:14 PM: Global News (Canada) joined the source map.

Jun 27, 1:31 PM: WJW FOX8 (Nexstar, Cleveland) joined the source map.

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