Side effects of phototherapy for psoriasis

summary

I don't know what's wrong with me. I have a lot of red plaques on my body. It's itchy and there's a layer of white skin on the surface. I went to check it and said it's psoriasis. After phototherapy, it's slightly improved. For the side effects of phototherapy for psoriasis, let me tell you.

Side effects of phototherapy for psoriasis

One: there will be erythema reaction, which is mainly due to the excessive dose of ultraviolet radiation. If the erythema reaction is serious, the irradiation should be suspended. After the erythema subsided, the radiation dose was reduced appropriately.

Second, long-term radiation reaction can promote skin aging, clinical manifestations are punctate pigmentation and loss, dry skin, atrophy and keratosis transition.

Third: after a period of treatment, there will be skin itching, dry symptoms.

matters needing attention

With the program suitable for their own condition for active treatment, and need to pay attention to the health care in daily life, the disease can be cured as soon as possible. Do not rub the skin to prevent secondary infection and erosion.