Author Archives: Chris Cane

How does UVB Narrowband compare to sunlight?

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Chris Cane

Sunlight? How does UVB Narrowband differ? The first thing to discuss is wavelength. The sun produces virtually all wavelengths of visible, infrared and ultraviolet radiation as well as many other parts of the spectrum including radio waves, gamma rays and a bunch of others Continue reading →

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Vitamin D Production and UVB Narrowband

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Chris Cane

From a study entitled “The Effect of Narrowband UV-B Treatment for Psoriasis on Vitamin D Status During Wintertime in Ireland” Caitriona Ryan, MB, BCh, BAO; Benvon Moran, MB, BCh, BAO; Malachi J. McKenna, MD; Barbara F. Murray, MSc; Jennifer Brady, … Continue reading →

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Phototherapy with Narrowband vs Broadband UVB

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Chris Cane

Author: Berneburg M, Röcken M, Benedix F. Department of Dermatology, Eberhard Karls University, DE-72076 Tuebingen, Germany. Mark.Berneburg@med.uni-tuebingen.de Phototherapy with ultraviolet (UV) radiation of wavelengths between 280 and 320 nm (UVB) is a safe and effective treatment for a variety of … Continue reading →

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Different, Just like me. A Vitiligo Story

Posted on August 10, 2010 by Chris Cane

Recently I received an email from Lori Mitchell whose daughter April Mitchell has had Vitiligo for many years. April’s one of the few who have come to grips with the challenge and embraced it. See the Video >>   Cheryl and I … Continue reading →

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Elidel and Protopic? Should I use them before UV Treatment

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Chris Cane

The following applies to Elidel (Pimecrolimus Topical), Protopic (Tacrolimus Topical) and some Corticosteroids prescribed for skin challenges. A question that comes up quite often is “Should I use Protopic?” or perhaps “Should I use Elidel?” and then the question continues … Continue reading →

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Prurigo Nodularis and UVB Narrow Band

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Chris Cane

I have come across a few postings on various websites regarding the treatment of Prurigo Nodularis. This is a skin condition in which hard crusty lumps form on the skin that itches intensely. PN may itch constantly, mostly at night, … Continue reading →

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How soon before I see results?

Posted on July 24, 2010 by Chris Cane

The three diseases that we see UVB NB prescribed for most often are Eczema, Psoriasis and Vitiligo. People being treated with UVB NB for Eczema and Psoriasis typically  see results very quickly while those with Vitiligo have a tougher row to … Continue reading →

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Guidelines for dosimetry and calibration in ultraviolet radiation therapy.

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Chris Cane

Guidelines for dosimetry and calibration in ultraviolet radiation therapy: a report of a British Photodermatology Group workshop. The entire article can be seen by <Clicking Here> This report examines the dosimetry of ultraviolet (UV) radiation applied to dermatological treatments, and … Continue reading →

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Narrowband UVB Phototherapy in New Zealand

Posted on July 3, 2010 by Chris Cane

I was wandering around the internet today looking for what’s new in UVB and I came across a posting by DermNet NZ. I thought that some of you would find it interesting. They report, Compared with broadband UVB: Exposure times … Continue reading →

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Dermalight 80 – eBay Buyers Beware!

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Chris Cane

If you are considering purchasing a Dermalight 80 from one of the eBay vendors selling the European model and you live in the USA or other country using 60 Hz Power then read on! The 220V – 50 Hz model … Continue reading →

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