Category Archives: Skin Diseases

Graft vs Host Disease and UVB Narrowband UVBNB

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Chris Cane

AUTHOR: DUARTE, Ida; VOLTARELLI, Paula; LAZZARINI, Rosana  and  BEDRIKOW, Roberta Buense. Phototherapy in the graft versus host disease. An. Bras. Dermatol. [online]. 2008, vol.83, n.5, pp. 425-429. ISSN 0365-0596.  doi: 10.1590/S0365-05962008000500005. BACKGROUND: Graft versus host disease is one of the … Continue reading →

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Is Home phototherapy comparable to in-clinic treatment?

Posted on May 9, 2009 by Chris Cane

SOURCE: Kristina Fiore, Staff Writer, MedPage Today Published: May 08, 2009 Reviewed by Robert Jasmer, MD; Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco TITLE: Home phototherapy is comparable to hospital-based ultraviolet B treatment for psoriasis patients, researchers … Continue reading →

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Vitiligo UVB NB Treatment – What areas should I treat?

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Chris Cane

I received an email last night which reminded me that I have not discussed treatment areas and response to treatment. I’ll begin by saying that the areas of our bodies with few hair follicles such as the hands, feet, knees … Continue reading →

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Repigmentation in Vitiligo: PUVA vs. Narrowband UVB

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Chris Cane

This study clearly demonstrates that for vitiligo repigmentation, NB-UVB is safer and more effective than PUVA. Other randomized, controlled trials have shown at least some efficacy with targeted phototherapy, topical and systemic steroids, topical calcineurin inhibitors, and calcipotriene combined with PUVA. A number of reports show success with surgical repigmentation procedures, as well. Although we are making progress in treating this vexing disease (especially with calcineurin inhibitors and phototherapy), we still have a long way to go. At best, 75% of patients respond, and in most instances, this response is only partial. A breakthrough in the management of this disease would be greatly welcomed by both patients and doctors. An accompanying editorial provides a nice evidence-based review of existing therapies for vitiligo.
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What’s treated with UVB Narrowband?

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Chris Cane

This is a tough question as UVB Narrowband in some ways has become a panacea for many skin challenges. Here’s a partial list of diseases that I’m aware of where UVB Narrowband is one of the treatment options. Alopecia Atopic … Continue reading →

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Study: 150 Patients with Vitiligo

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Chris Cane

Evaluation of narrow-band UVB phototherapy in 150 patients with vitiligo Link to entire article << Click Here >> Y Hari Kishan Kumar, G Raghu Rama Rao, K.V.T Gopal, G Shanti, K Veerabhadra Rao Department of Dermatology, King George Hospital/Andhra Medical … Continue reading →

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Vitiligo Success Stories

Posted on April 9, 2009 by Chris Cane

I have Vitiligo around eyes, hands, arms, elbows, knees, feet, hips,shins; started therapy in july 04 with good results so far… eyes filling in, shins about 80% repigged, backs of hands about 50%, knees about 80%, arms about 80%, as well as elbows. Fingers and knuckles only slight improvement, same with the hips. Feet no improvement as yet, but still hopeful. I’ve had vitiligo for over 30 years and wish I had known about UVB treatment years ago, as it has made a huge difference in my appearance as well as my self esteem. Continue reading →

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