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Insights from Dermatologists and Allergists on the Management and Treatment of Chronic Urticaria in China

  • By

  • Zuotao Zhao

  • Yi Li

  • Tara Raftery

  • Nadine Chapman-Rothe

  • Cristina Constantinescu

  • Shuang Hao

  • Ruixin Tan

  • Pallavi Saraswat

  • Bin Yang

  • October 6, 2026

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    This cross-sectional survey of 265 Chinese dermatologists and allergists examined physician-reported chronic urticaria burden, management, and barriers to care.

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    Physicians reported inadequate disease control in 19% of patients, although 93% prioritized complete control and judged it achievable for 59%.

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    Diagnosis took a mean of 1.3 years and involved consultations with four specialists, indicating prolonged and fragmented diagnostic pathways.

  • 4

    Despite reported mental health burden of 7.1 of 10 and sleep disturbance in 44% of patients, referrals to psychological support and sleep services were 25% and 23%.

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    The study reported conservative treatment escalation and a gap between physician satisfaction with biologics and their use, alongside limited supportive care.

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Urticaria Voices: Perspectives of Dermatologists and Allergists Regarding Chronic Urticaria Care and Its Treatment in China

  • by Zuotao Zhao, Yi Li, Tara Raftery, Nadine Chapman-Rothe, Cristina Constantinescu, Shuang Hao, Ruixin Tan, Pallavi Saraswat, Bin Yang

  • October 6, 2026

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