Swimmer’s itch is a rash caused by an allergic reaction to the larvae of microscopic parasites that are found in both fresh and saltwater. These parasites commonly live in snails, which secrete larvae ...

Rashes on the body can be both uncomfortable and concerning, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. These skin irritations may range from mild to severe, causing symptoms like redness, itching, ...

Splish, splash, dealing with a rash? It’s not unusual for a dip in the ocean or a soak in the hot tub to spell trouble for your skin. Summer, with its flurry of water activities and flourishing sea ...

With temperatures warming up in Michigan, residents might be tempted to take a dip in a lake, but there's a chance you could end up itching later. Swimmer's itch is a skin rash caused by an allergic ...

(NEXSTAR) – Officials in coastal and lakeside municipalities in several parts of the country have issued alerts about “swimmer’s itch” in recent weeks, perhaps prompting a few would-be beachgoers to ...

Hot temperatures might have you itching to go for a cool dip in one of Michigan’s many lakes — but the dip itself might leave you itching. At any point in time, several Michigan beaches and bodies of ...