New Atopic Dermatitis (AD) Shared Decision-Making Questionnaire Helps You Take Charge of Your Care
Published: November 9, 2026
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common form of eczema. It often affects more than the skin. It shapes how well you sleep, how confident you feel, and how your day may unfold. These day-to-day effects can be difficult to fully convey during a short doctor’s visit.
Allergy & Asthma Network has partnered with Incyte and other patient advocacy groups to create the new AD Shared Decision-Making questionnaire. It is designed for people living with eczema, and caregivers of children with eczema. The questionnaire helps you get ready for appointments with your dermatologist or allergist and create a personalized treatment plan.
Why Use the Questionnaire?
Downloading and filling out the questionnaire can help you…
- Explain how AD affects your daily life, sleep and well-being.
- Review your current treatment plan and identify what’s working (or not).
- Map your goals, priorities, and any treatment concerns or preferences.
Why This Matters
Research shows that patients who take an active role in their care are more likely to follow their treatment plan, report greater satisfaction with their care and may have better health outcomes.
The questionnaire helps make that active role easier. It gives you the language and structure to speak up about what matters most to you.
How to Use It
Before your next appointment, take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire. Print your results or save them on your phone. Bring them with you to the appointment. Use your answers as a starting point for a productive conversation with your dermatologist or allergist. Together you can build a treatment plan that’s right for you.
