Narrow Band Nb UVB Phototherapy

Daavlin Nb UVB Phototherapy

Narrow Band Nb UVB Phototherapy is from Daavlin systems, imported from the USA. It can provide advanced treatment for Psoriasis, Vitiligo / Leucoderma. There are other phototherapy treatable conditions that will be benefitted from this treatment.

Narrow Band Nb UVB Phototherapy Chamber

IIn the past many doctors have treated Psoriasis and Vitiligo using the PUVA system. It taking Psoralen pills and the use of Ultra Violet A light exposure. But the side effects with the use of PUVA system were high and unbearable to many patients.

Problems related to taking from previous PUVA systems:

Patients taking PUVA system had to wear sun-protective glasses when exposed to sunlight. And also even after treatment.

Psoralen tablet related side effects often make the patient stop treatment before cure. Many patients experience disturbance in vision and can develop cataract. It resulted in an increased risk of skin aging and skin cancer with long-term treatment. 

However, NB UVB systems are much safer compared to PUVA. It is superior in giving long term disease-free period

Uses of Nb UVB Phototherapy:

  1. Psoriasis
  2. Vitiligo
  3. Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema
  4. Lichen Planus
  5. Pityriasis lichenoides chronica
  6. Pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta
  7. Mycosis fungoides
  8. Uraemic Pruritus
  9. Post inflammatory Hypopigmentation
  10. Dermatitis
  11. MorpheaNarrow Band Nb UVB
Psoriasis over Face Treated by Narrow Band Nb UVB Phototherapy
Psoriasis Treated by Narrow Band Nb UVB Phototherapy
Vitiligo over Face Treated by Narrow Band Nb UVB Phototherapy

Instructions to patients taking Narrow Band Nb UVB phototherapy:

  • Following regular treatment as instructed by the dermatologist is a must.
  • Tell the staff about your health problems, including eye diseases.
  • Let the staff know if you take any medications.
  • Do not apply any ointments or cosmetics (especially perfumes and makeup products).
  • Get an appointment to see by your dermatologist every 6 to 8 treatments.
Lumera Daavlin
Excimer phototherapy
Hand and Foot Phototherapy

S.P.Derma Center Various Phototherapy Options :

  1. NarrowBand ( 311nm ) UVB Fullbody 48 tubes Advanced Phototherapy
  2. UVA + Psoralen Phototherapy
  3. Targeted Bb UVB / Nb UVB Lumera Phototherapy
  4. EXIM excimer 308nm phototherapy.
  5. For Patients with lesions only on the arms and legs or a particular area of the body. We have Hand and Foot cum Panel NB UVB unit from Mega Medical Technologies. Its voice-activated control is very effective in treating areas in parts.
  6. Home handheld devices are also available for the patients to use at home. It’s useful if they are not able to come for treatment regularly.

Narrow Band Nb UVB Phototherapy is one the latest technology used in treatment of Vitiligo. At S.P.Derma Center we use Daavlin 3S series phototherapy system. It’s the first equipment of its kind in Tamilnadu introduced in 2004.

Daavlin Full body Phototherapy

We introduced Lumera-targeted Phototherapy Bb UVB / Nb UVB system at our center in 2008. It was the first installation in South India. we have two units for the convenience of the patients.

We use a 48 tubes (24 Nb UVB / 24 UVA) Highly advanced system.  It Especially provides a much faster cure and requires lesser exposure time. The treatment visits is less compared to 8 tubes and 12 tubes systems which are commonly available in India.

Narrow Band Nb UVB has many advantages over older systems like PUVA  and Bb UVB:

  1. Shorter treatment duration,
  2. No need for eye protection from sun after treatment,
  3. No oral drugs required (no systemic side effects),
  4. Less Exposure Time,
  5. No darkening of skin seen after completion of treatment ,
  6. Very Safe to use in children and pregnant women.
  7. The No Side effect advantage gives better patient compliance. It also encourages the patient to take the full and complete course.

 

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