Whole-Body UV Phototherapy Device
Phototherapy that treats vitiligo, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis with whole-body NB-UVB irradiation. Effective for widespread skin lesions and enhanced when combined with drug therapy.
What it is
| What it is | The whole-body UV phototherapy device is a phototherapy equipment that uniformly irradiates the entire body with 311nm narrow-band ultraviolet B (NB-UVB). It is effective for various skin diseases widely distributed throughout the body, such as vitiligo, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and polymorphic erythema. Through its immune-modulating effects, it suppresses skin inflammation and promotes pigment regeneration, and treatment efficacy is enhanced when combined with drug therapy. |
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| Who it may suit | Whole-body vitiligo pigment regeneration, alleviation of psoriasis and atopic dermatitis symptoms, skin immune modulation 개선을 원하는 분은 의료진 상담을 통해 적합성을 확인할 수 있습니다. |
| Effect duration | 2-3 times a week (long-term treatment, total 30-50 sessions) |
| Treatment time | 5-15 minutes |
| Recovery time | Same-day return to daily life |
| Side effects and precautions | Wearing eye protection during treatment is essential. Treatment may be restricted if you are taking photosensitive medications or have a history of skin cancer. Temporary erythema and dryness may occur after the procedure, and moisturizing care is important. |
| Recommended sessions and interval | 2-3 times a week (long-term treatment, total 30-50 sessions) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does the Whole-Body UV Phototherapy Device help with vitiligo?
- The Whole-Body UV Phototherapy Device is a phototherapy device that evenly irradiates narrowband UV light (NB-UVB) around 311nm across the entire body to help regenerate pigmentation in vitiligo spread over wide areas.
- How is it different from the Velocity Excimer V7 targeted treatment?
- The Whole-Body UV Phototherapy Device differs in that it can treat the entire body or wide areas at once when lesions are distributed across large areas or multiple sites.
- How often do I need to receive treatments?
- Treatments are typically conducted consistently over a long period at intervals of 2 to 3 times a week, and results may vary depending on the extent of the lesion and individual skin characteristics.
- Won't my skin get burned?
- Since the irradiation dosage is set according to individual skin types prior to treatment, the procedure is performed in a way that aims to reduce the risk of excessive burns, but temporary redness may occur.
- Can pregnant women or individuals with specific medical conditions receive this treatment?
- Since the applicability of phototherapy may vary depending on an individual's health status, prior medical history evaluation and consultation are required.
- How is the procedure performed at STAR Dermatology in Busan Seomyeon?
- After checking the individual's skin type (MED), the procedure is performed by establishing a safe initial irradiation dosage and dose-increment plan.