Good Effects of UVB on the Skin

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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May 8, 2013

Gases around the earth cut off 98.7% of the sun’s ultraviolet radiation from piercing through our atmosphere. The 2.3% that penetrates may have bad effects when you get overly exposed, but in moderation, it actually has good effects on the skin. UV radiation between 290 and 320 nm is referred to as ultraviolet-B (UVB). UVB …

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