Q Does chronic urticaria ever go away on its own? I'm a housewife in my 30s who has suffered for 3 years.
A Chronic urticaria has a high spontaneous remission rate over time with treatment and management. Studies show that about 80% see symptoms disappear or greatly improve within 5 years. Regular treatment combined with trigger avoidance can bring the remission period forward.
Detailed Answer
Looking at the course of chronic urticaria (6+ weeks), reports show spontaneous remission in about 50% after 1 year and about 80% after 5 years. However, severe cases or those with accompanying angioedema may persist longer. Even during symptom-free remission periods, exposure to sudden triggers can cause relapse, requiring continuous management.
Korean Medicine Perspective
Korean medicine operates on the principle that if vital energy (正氣) is sufficient, pathogenic factors naturally recede. When prescriptions replenishing qi and blood (Hwanggi, Danggui, Shudi, etc.) are taken long-term to improve constitution, the relapse intervals gradually lengthen and often lead to spontaneous remission. Seasonal management plans tailored to the Incheon Dong-gu climate (sea breeze and humidity changes) are also important.
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