Itchy skin, or pruritus, can be a symptom of liver disease. However, not everyone with liver disease experiences itching, and the specific causes of this itching are unknown. This article looks at the ...

THERE are few things as satisfying as scratching an itch. But when your itch keeps recurring and starts to affect your day-to ...

The problem of itching increases in the winter season, but if itching in the feet persists continuously, then it is a sign ...

Skin manifestations of liver diseases are varied and serve as warning signals for the underlying pathology. Early recognition ...

Medically reviewed by Katlein Franca, MD Itchy palms can be caused by dry skin, eczema, or more serious health ...

Pedal oedema, the abnormal swelling of feet and ankles, signals underlying conditions like heart failure, liver cirrhosis, ...

The liver is a powerhouse of an organ, playing a crucial role in filtering toxins, aiding in digestion and metabolizing drugs. Yet, it’s often an unsung hero, quietly performing its vital functions ...

Content developed independently by our editors and supported by our partners. You may only associate your liver with breaking down alcohol, but this organ—the largest in the body—plays a role in more ...

A teenager who suffered from a constant itch has been diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that kills half of patients before their 10th birthday. The individual, who was not identified, said the ...

FOSTER CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD), following the recent acquisition of CymaBay Therapeutics, Inc., today announced interim results from the ongoing ASSURE ...

Liver disease includes any condition that damages your liver. Over time, scar tissue can build up in your liver. Scarring or fibrosis can progress over many years until you develop cirrhosis—the most ...