Tag Archives: Pruritus

Treating Pruritus: Some folks are just itching to try UVB Narrow Band

Posted on July 1, 2009 by Chris Cane

With tongue in cheek I penned the title above. I have to admit the first time I heard that “just itching” line was from a person with Psoriasis who had a serious itch associated with his disease. In this case, … Continue reading →

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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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Background: UVBNB phototherapy in Dermatology

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Chris Cane

Link to entire article << Click Here >> The first report of the use of ‘phototherapy’ in the treatment of skin disorders dates from 1400 BC from India when patients with vitiligo were given certain plant extracts (whose active ingredients … Continue reading →

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