In Frisco, TX, residents are reminded that scratching a bug bite may not be the best solution. Despite the initial relief it may bring, scratching can have negative consequences.

Doctors have long advised against scratching, warning that it can cause damage. Itchiness can be caused by various factors, including serious diseases.

Further information on the science behind why scratching bug bites is a bad idea is available from local news sources, including NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.