BRD Clinic
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Scratching an itch feels relieving, so why am I told not to?

Because while scratching provides temporary pleasure to the brain, it simultaneously triggers an explosive release of inflammatory substances. These substances then cause even greater itchiness, thus trapping you in an "itch-scratch cycle."

Itch-Scratch Cycle을 끊어야 치료가 시작됩니다.

  • 손상: 피부 장벽 파괴 → 세균 침투 → 염증 악화
  • 신경: 신경이 예민해져 작은 자극에도 가려움을 느낌 (이질통)
  • 대안: 냉찜질, 두드리기, 보습제 바르기로 긁고 싶은 욕구를 완화하세요.
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Dr. Yeonseung ChoeChief Director

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