Psoriasis is a chronic, non-infectious skin disease, which affects 1–3% of the population. It can appear at any age, but often develops during puberty or young adulthood. Typical manifestations are red deposits covered with silver scales, which most often occur on the elbows, knees, and scalp, but can also affect the entire body.
Symptoms and course of the disease
The course of the disease is paroxysmal – periods of worsening (called attacks) alternate with periods of improvement. The disease is often accompanied by itching, dry skin and can have significant psychosocial impact. There are also more severe forms, e.g. pustular psoriasis (with blisters) or psoriatic arthritis (with joint involvement).
The exact cause is unknown. The following factors play a role:
- genetics
- stress, infections, injuries, certain medications
- external factors such as cold weather or lack of sunlight
Psoriasis treatment – UVB phototherapy
Psoriasis today cannot completely cure, but using modern methods we know it to control effectively. Our clinic offers UVB 311 nm phototherapy – a scientifically proven, safe and very effective treatment for psoriasis.
How is the treatment going?
- the patient completes a series whole body radiation in the DAAVLIN phototherapy cabin
- before starting therapy we will determine skin phototype and minimum radiation dose
- irradiation is in progress 2–4 times a week, in the basic course as a rule 25 sessions, followed by as needed maintenance treatment
- after each irradiation it is recommended use of emollients (moisturizing creams) to prevent skin dryness
- During treatment, it is necessary to protect your eyes with special glasses and avoid further UV radiation (sun, tanning beds)
Benefits of UVB phototherapy:
- narrow wavelength (311–313 nm) minimizes the risk of irritation
- without systemic side effects effects
- until 70–80% of patients experience significant improvement
- extends the period without deposits
DAAVLIN Technology
We use a modern phototherapy cabin for treatment. DAAVLIN, which allows:
- individual treatment settings according to skin type and extent of the disease
- precise radiation dosage
- safe and comfortable treatment process
Other skin conditions treated with UVB phototherapy:
- atopic eczema
- vitiligo
- chronic urticaria
- mycosis fungoides
- Lichen planus
- Pruritus (itching)
- parapsoriasis and others
Psoriasis is a lifelong disease, but with proper treatment – especially UVB phototherapy – it is possible to maintain the skin in very good condition and significantly improve the patient's quality of life.