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Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk Lauran Neergaard | The Associated Press , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details on the research and its implications are available from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth. Residents of Trophy Club, TX, may be interested to know that scratching a bug bite can have negative consequences.
Residents of Trophy Club , TX, may be interested to know that scratching a bug bite can have negative consequences. Despite the initial relief it may bring, scratching can damage the skin. Doctors have long warned against excessive scratching, citing potential harm.
Researchers have been studying the effects of scratching on the skin, including the itch-and-scratch cycle that can occur when an itch is indulged. Their findings provide insight into why scratching can be harmful, even if it feels good at first.
Further details on the research and its implications are available from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: local Published: June 27, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Residents of Trophy Club, TX, may be interested to know that scratching a bug bite can have negative consequences. Despite the initial relief it may bring, scratching can damage the skin. Doctors…
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