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November 28, 2014

Defeat the Winter Blues – Treat SAD with Phototherapy

As winter arrives, do you think of getting deep in snow, gloomy skies, and slippery ice? Do you miss the excitement of basking under the sun with weakening energy? Or maybe this time of year, you sizzle out for having a difficult time completing simple daily tasks. These can be signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder, …

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October 5, 2014

Increasing the Effects of Phototherapy on Psoriasis

Phototherapy has been proven to be effective in the treatment of psoriasis. Even with just the use of handheld UVB phototherapy lamps, many cases of psoriasis have greatly improved. However, there are actually some ways in which you can increase the effects of phototherapy on psoriasis. To advance the effects of phototherapy, patients with psoriasis …

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September 21, 2014

Acne Phototherapy Treatment with a UVB Phototherapy Lamp

Acne is a chronic condition caused by excess production of sebum (oil) from the sebaceous glands, causing plugged hair follicles. This skin disorder frequently appears during puberty, but may also start in adulthood. Around 85% of teens develop acne, 15% of which may be moderate to severe. It is not communicable, but the exact cause …

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August 20, 2014August 23, 2014

The Importance of Phototherapy in Dermatology

The use of phototherapy in dermatology has become a standard means in treating some, if not all, skin problems that are not that easy to remedy. Many believe that the sun's rays are helpful to the skin, which is why the medical industry has been developing devices that yield controlled amounts of artificial ultraviolet light …

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August 10, 2014

The Latest DermaHealer UVB Narrowband Lamp: an Even More Affordable UVB Lamp

A few years back, FavoritePlus launched one of the best and most affordable UVB phototherapy lamps in the market, the DermaHealer UV-B Phototherapy Lamp. And whilst the DermaHealer enjoyed great success with customers with its quality performance and affordability, FavoritePlus has once again made available an even more affordable hands-free DermaHealer UVB lamp. Like the …

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September 21, 2013

Why are UV Lamps Popular

There is hype on ultraviolet lamps these days, and there is actually a good reason why. Though numerous people associate UV radiation with gene mutation and cancer, there is such a thing as healthy exposure to ultraviolet light, and having your own UV lamp could in fact be helpful. Studies have revealed that getting exposed …

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September 8, 2013

Toenail Fungus Treatments

There are numerous treatment options for a toenail fungal infection. Some are simple; some are complex; some make use of natural cures; and some use chemical treatments. While a number of such medications are supposed to be effective and safe, treatment takes time and persistence. There are more than a few antifungal creams and ointments …

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August 19, 2013

How Does Phototherapy Work?

Phototherapy is a process that involves the use of light to treat medical conditions. Natural sunlight has been used as a form of therapy for thousands of years, and experts have long-established that the UV rays, most significantly UVA and UVB rays, produced by the sun can be helpful in treating certain skin diseases. So …

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August 5, 2013August 5, 2013

Treat Dermatitis with UVB Lamps

Dermatitis usually appears as flakes on the skin, including the arms, chest, face, groin, legs, and scalp. One common type of dermatitis is seborrheic dermatitis, which is an inflammatory skin disorder that makes skin seem crusty and greasy. Seborrheic dermatitis may not have that much influence on your general health, but it can be really …

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July 13, 2013

Using Philips Narrowband Lamps for an Effective UVB Phototherapy Treatment

The Philips narrowband UVB lamps for eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, and other skin problems are known as one of the most effective treatments in various diseases of the skin. This has been clinically proven in many clinical experiments in different countries. This amazing invention has gained popularity over the last two decades. UVB-emitting devices can be …

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