Phototherapy (UVB and PUVA)
We are pleased to offer Phototherapy, Light Treatment, at Worthing Laser and Skin Clinic. The only private phototherapy clinic in Sussex, this treatment utilises either ultraviolet B (UVB) or A (UVA) light source. Furthermore, it is an excellent and safe treatment for a variety of skin conditions. These include psoriasis, eczema, polymorphic light eruption, pruritus and others.
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Light therapy for itchy skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis offer a safe and highly effective solution. UV treatment for eczema, and psoriasis treatment with UV light, have been widely recognised for their benefits. Patients suffering with itchy skin can also benefit from UV light therapy for pruritus. Sun exposure rash treatment (polymorphic light eruption treatment) is also available at our private phototherapy clinic in Worthing, West Sussex.
The types of Phototherapies that we use are TL-01 (narrow band UVB) and PUVA (psoralen with UVA). PUVA treatments are either full body or for hands and feet only.
Phototherapy, UVB light therapy for itchy skin conditions, involves several short sessions, usually two or three times per week. Your dermatologist will advise you on the most appropriate type of treatment and the frequency regime depending on your condition. Throughout your treatment, an excellent team of very experienced phototherapy nurses will support and guide you step by step.
Is it painful?
No.
What happens during the Phototherapy treatment?
If you are having PUVA phototherapy, an oral drug called Psoralen is taken one hour before treatment. Alternatively, a bathing system or topical psoralens can be applied. During the treatment, patients will wear UVA protective goggles and must avoid exposure to sunlight for 24 hours after the session has ended. Clothing only needs to be removed from the area being treated. If you are having TL-01 (UVB) phototherapy, no Psoralens are necessary.
The length of each treatment session varies depending on the severity of the skin condition and can start with a few seconds, increasing to a few minutes towards the end of the treatment course. Patients looking for options like light therapy for skin or light treatment for skin will find this approach effective and patient-friendly.
How many sessions are required?
Light therapy for itchy skin, PUVA treatment, is given 1-2 times per week for about 16 weeks, However, this is dependent on the severity of your skin condition and the treatment plan that you and your Consultant Dermatologist will discuss and agree on. It involves a commitment from the patient to keep all their appointments throughout the treatment course. Patients visiting our private phototherapy clinic in Sussex will benefit from a structured approach designed for optimal results.
Book your light treatment with Laser & Skin, Worthing
For more information, view our Phototherapy PUVA patient information guide, or to book your light therapy for itchy skin, contact Worthing Laser and Skin Clinics today.