Abstract: 【Abstract】 As the main symptom of atopic dermatitis （AD）, itch is an important factor affecting the occurrence and development of the disease, and controlling itch is a key step in AD management. To improve the comprehensive management protocols of AD and quality of life of patients, relevant Chinese experts were invited to develop this consensus for management of itch in AD by the Committee on Allergic Diseases of China Dermatologist Association, Atopic Dermatitis Research Center of Chinese Society of Dermatology, and Dermatology Branch of China International Exchange and Promotion Association for Medical and Healthcare. This consensus points out the importance of itch management in AD, and summarizes pathogenesis, manifestations and severity assessment of itch, effective measures to avoid predisposing factors for itch, rational use of moisturizers, as well as standardized topical and systemic treatment of itch.

Key words: Dermatitis, atopic, Pruritus, Pruritus management, Consensus