Q I'm an office worker in my 40s commuting to Dongincheon. How long does it take to be cured with Korean medicine treatment for urticaria?
A Acute urticaria often disappears naturally within 2-4 weeks after removing the cause. Chronic urticaria lasts an average of 1-5 years, and a realistic goal is to reduce the frequency and intensity of symptoms with consistent treatment. Korean medicine clinics generally evaluate the response every 4 weeks and recommend 3-6 months of treatment.
Detailed Answer
The treatment period for urticaria varies greatly depending on whether it is acute or chronic and whether the triggering factor can be removed. Acute (within 6 weeks) improves quickly if the cause is removed, but chronic management is the key. Studies show that about 50% of chronic urticaria achieves spontaneous remission within 1 year, and about 20% persists for more than 5 years.
Korean Medicine Perspective
Korean medicine treatment starts with intensive treatment in the first 4 weeks (acupuncture 1-2 times per week, herbal medicine) to create a foundation for immune regulation, then transitions to maintenance treatment (once every 2 weeks). When gastrointestinal function recovery occurs together, the tendency is for relapse intervals to lengthen. The specific treatment plan will be established at the first visit consultation, as the duration varies by constitution and disease pattern.
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