Introduction of Phototherapy and how it works:

Phototherapy is the use of particular wavelengths of light that have been appeared to be exceptionally powerful in the treatment of psoriasis. This light happens actually as a part of daylight and is called ultraviolet light.

Phototherapy used to treat mild, moderate and serious psoriasis, includes presenting the skin to ultraviolet light all the time and under medical supervision. 

Phototherapy utilizes light waves to treat certain skin conditions. The skin is presented to a bright (UV) light for a set measure of time. Phototherapy utilizes a man-made wellspring of UV light. UV light likewise originates from the sun.

Vitiligo and Phototherapy:

What is Vitiligo?

Vitiligo is characterized by loss of pigment in patches of the body. Vitiligo provides little physical discomfort, though it is often quite distressing. Scientists believe that vitiligo may be an autoimmune process in which the body destroys its own pigment.

How does UV Light Treatment help Vitiligo?

UV light or Phototherapy can help create repigmentation of vitiligo. It is currently considered the "gold standard" treatment when vitiligo covers 20% or more of the body. This process is slow, working from the outer edges of each patch inward, so regular Phototherapy vitiligo treatment is prescribed. Phototherapy vitiligo treatment may continue twice a week for a year or more. Phototherapy equipment has been well-studied and has been proven to be an effective treatment for vitiligo. Phototherapy treatment is generally well-tolerated in both adults and children.

Process of Phototherapy:

Body Part or area that does not need treatment ought to be secured and ensured however much as could reasonably be expected and you will be requested that remove any garments that cover the skin being treated with UV. Some wellbeing steps include:

·         Apply Sunscreen to protect your neck, lips and the backs of your hands

·         Wear Special glasses or goggles to protect your eyes from UV light

·         To be cover the genitals in men

·         Apply Sunscreen for nipples and areola in women

Phototherapy helps to reduce itch and provide relax in inflammation also its Increase vitamin D production which ramp up bacteria-fighting systems in the skin. Phototherapy is utilized for dermatitis that is everywhere throughout the body (broad) or for limited skin inflammation, (for example, hands and feet) that has not shown signs of improvement with topical medications.

Risk in Phototherapy:

The UV lights may negatively affect your skin in a number of ways, including Skin conditions could temporarily worsen by UV light, some clients may got Itchy skin, Red skin due to exposure to the lights

Or burning of the skin

Advantages of Phototherapy

·         It is Highly effective in Vitiligo treatment

·         Few side effects then other methods

Disadvantages:

·         Requires 2 – 3 weekly visits to the office until lesions clear

·         May require follow-up treatments once lesions clear

·         Long-term treatment may increase risk of developing skin cancer

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