What is Blue light therapy?
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TYPES:Generic: Light Therapy (Phototherapy)
Light receptor cells in the back of the retina reacted with blue light, causing the pineal gland to produce less melatonin. A significant reduction in the production of the sleep hormone helps to promote alertness.
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How do members experience Blue light therapy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasonal affective disorder | 6 | 1 | |
| Major depressive disorder | 4 | 5 | |
| Acne | 1 | 2 | |
| Actinic keratosis | 1 | 1 | |
| Basal cell skin cancer | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Agitation | 1 | |
| Bipolar manic episodes | 1 | |
| Skin peeling | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 8 |
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