Tag Archives: Dermatologist

Being a Patient Patient with Vitiligo

They say that patience is a virtue. For many people with Vitiligo patience is a necessity. There are not enough dermatologists here in the USA. The  AAD (American Academy of Dermatology) does influence our universities and from what I’m told … Continue reading

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Tanning Beds – Same as UVB Narrow Band ?

Absolutely not! The answer is no. Tanning beds generate UVA or Long Wavelength UV. UVA penetrates the skin very deeply while the shorter wavelengths of UVB do not. UVA is used in photoherapy when combined with a Psoralen drug and … Continue reading

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