Itchy ears could be a sign of immune imbalance. Learn what this common irritation might reveal about your body's health.

Growing cells in the laboratory is an art that humans have mastered decades ago. Recreating entire three-dimensional tissues is much more challenging. Researchers are developing a new hydrogel-based ...

The skin is the largest organ in the human body. It makes up about 15% of our body weight and protects us from pathogens, ...

A small protein involved in neurodegeneration leading to Parkinson's disease also drives a type of skin cancer known as melanoma, according to new research.

Hypochlorous acid is safe enough to spray in your eyes yet more effective than bleach. Why isn’t it everywhere?

Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare type of skin cancer. It starts in the Merkel cells, which are usually in the top layer of the skin. This layer is called the epidermis. Merkel cells are near the ...

A scoping review highlights the dermatologic conditions affecting US migrants and identifies key factors influencing their ...

Plant cells have several structures not found in other eukaryotes. In particular, organelles called chloroplasts allow plants to capture the energy of the Sun in energy-rich molecules; cell walls ...

A hard cyst near the skin’s surface usually contains trapped dead skin cells or proteins. Types of cysts include: Cysts rarely require treatment, and they will often stop growing and then ...