What is Ultraviolet B (UVB) Narrow Band Light Therapy?
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Ultraviolet B (UVB) Narrow Band Light Therapy is used to treat psoriasis. It involves using a narrower band of UVB light (311 nm) compared to standard UVB therapy (broadband - 290 to 320 nm). Narrow band UVB has been shown to be more effective, but is also much more expensive.
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How do members experience Ultraviolet B (UVB) Narrow Band Light Therapy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psoriasis | 180 | 16 | |
| Atopic dermatitis | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Burning sensation in skin | 1 | |
| Dry skin | 1 | |
| Itchy skin | 1 | |
| Migraine | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 | |
| Redness of skin (erythema) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 8 | |
| None | 6 |
Member evaluations
Wicked13
evaluated on Dec 02, 2013
- Perceived effectiveness for psoriasis: Slight
- Side effects: Moderate
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