Phototherapy means treatment with light. For vitiligo, there are two main categories of phototherapy: narrow-band ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) and psoralen ultraviolet A (PUVA) light treatments. PUVA involves taking psoralen tablets or applying creams or b...
1. Introduction to Chemical Vitiligo
Chemical vitiligo is an underdiagnosed condition that falls within the broader category of vitiligo disorders. It typically manifests as depigmentation of the skin following repeated exposure to certain ...
Generally, a person undergoing phototherapy will expose their skin to UVB on a regular schedule — typically starting with a so-called “initial clearance series” of two to three times a week for three to four months, for a total of about 24 to 30 sess...
28Nov2024
"Red and blue light are the most commonly used LED lights for skin therapy," says Sejal Shah, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City. "Yellow and green have not been as well studied but have also been used for skin ...
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22Nov2024
Light-emitting diode (LED) light therapy has gained significant traction in recent years as an innovative and effective treatment for various skin conditions, particularly acne. This form of therapy utilizes different wavelengths of light to penetrat...
21Nov2024
In recent years, with the development of science and technology and the advancement of medical technology, more and more high-tech products have been used in the treatment of vitiligo. Especially in the field of household medical devices, a device ca...
20Nov2024
Nail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a common and often persistent condition that can cause discomfort and affect the appearance of the nails. It occurs when fungi, such as dermatophytes, yeasts, or molds, invade the nail bed and nail plate. ...
15Nov2024
Psoriasis, commonly known as "cowhide itch," is a chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by red papules or plaques covered with multiple layers of silvery white scales. It is highly recurrent and affects a significant portion of th...
14Nov2024
"Red and blue light are the most commonly used LED lights for skin therapy," says Sejal Shah, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City. "Yellow and green have not been as well studied but have also been used for skin ...
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13Nov2024
"Red and blue light are the most commonly used LED lights for skin therapy," says Sejal Shah, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City. "Yellow and green have not been as well studied but have also been used for skin ...
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08Nov2024
"Red and blue light are the most commonly used LED lights for skin therapy," says Sejal Shah, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City. "Yellow and green have not been as well studied but have also been used for skin ...
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07Nov2024
"Red and blue light are the most commonly used LED lights for skin therapy," says Sejal Shah, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City. "Yellow and green have not been as well studied but have also been used for skin ...
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