UV treatment

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Posted Tue 28 Nov 2017 06.18 by madanism

Hi, I found this thread very informative, reassuring for the people who are starting with UVB treatment. I am suffering with guttate psoriasis covering almost all parts of the body and its a real mess. After multiple steroid lotions treatments which only offered temporary remission but aggravated the problem on return, i was finally put on UVB treatment 2 times a week and acitretin (25mg dosage on alternate days). I have had 6 sessions till now and yet to see the improvement. Raises my hopes looking at some of the comments in this thread and keeping fingers crossed. it started peeling excessively once i started with the treatment and the peeling intensity is going down now. Is it normal? Appreciate for sharing your experiences.

Posted Fri 1 Dec 2017 20.15 by Helly

Hi I’ve had 10 UVB treatments so far 3 times a week. I’m on 4 mins.30 secs. I’m beginning to see an improvement & quite pink after today’s treatment. Really hope it gives at least a little break from Ps hope you all do well

Posted Wed 20 Dec 2017 22.46 by StevenM1

Hi Everybody, I;ve been looking into this model for a long time now, any body have any experience with it? It seems like the best one for the price and it uses Philips UVB bulbs https://www.carelamps.com/collections/frontpage/products/derma-uvb

Posted Wed 18 Jul 2018 05.23 by Anthony

I finished my uv treatments back in December 2017. My psoriasis completely cleared up on my elbows, forearms, lower back and knees. Unfortunately, 8 months later, it has returned again to my elbows, knees and knuckles. The 8 months of clear skin was amazing, wearing shirts and shorts again was fantastic. UV treatment certainly works and I'm currently looking at buying a UV lamp to use at home and see how that goes. I'll update in due time in regards to the home UV lamp. https://www.dermfix.com.au/uv-b-shop/1000mx-psoriasis-uvb-lamp-237.html

Posted Mon 23 Jul 2018 05.54 by Anthony

Found out what caused my flare up after 8 months of being free. It turns out I now have guttate psoriasis which was triggered by an infection. I fell quite ill recently for a week and within a few days of recovering, small tiny red spots started to appear over my body. Restarted UV treatment again this morning at the local clinic, three times a week for the next 8 weeks. Hopefully it clears it up again...

Posted Tue 24 Jul 2018 18.27 by Dejh

Hi. I have used UVB for many years at home, very successfully. I already knew that my psoriasis responded well to sunlight. My wife and I have downsized to a bungalow and I simply have nowhere for my full sized UVB lamp, so I am happy to give to to anybody that would get good use from it. I'm lucky in no longer having significant patches of psoriasis, maybe due to age, and I have a hand held lamp for use when necessary So if you would really benefit from a full sized UVB lamp (6 ft tall, 10 philips UVB tubes) then please let me know. It is about 10 years old so the tubes are somewhat worn, but it is in excellent condition. I'd hate to have to take it to be recycled knowing how much I have appreciated having it. Cost about £1200 new. You will have to collect (in a l fair sized vehicle) in the Bristol area. All the usual warnging about UVB over exposure apply of course. David

Posted Wed 25 Jul 2018 09.53 by johnnyboyuk

Hi David, I live in Bristol and would be very interested in the lamp if we could discuss collection at your convenience? Many thanks, John

Posted Fri 27 Jul 2018 10.34 by Dejh

Hi John Sorry for the delay - I've been having login-issues. Would you like to call me on 07917 432243 and we can arrange collection? All the best David

Posted Mon 6 Aug 2018 10.20 by Nikki

Hello all, I've had several sessions of uvb at the hospital over the past few years with fab results. I'm now looking to buy my own home unit as I simply can't get to the hospital 3 times a week for several months at a time. If anyone has a canopy unit that they would like to sell please do let me know, Happy to collect. Thank you.

Posted Wed 8 Aug 2018 13.16 by Dejh

Hi Nikki My lamp (posted above on 24 July) is still available as John has not yet been able to collect it, for several reasons. If you are interested, please text me on 07917 432243. David

Posted Thu 20 Sep 2018 14.51 by amandaquinn

Hi Folks, I have been a long suffer from Psoriasis and like many others i have tried every treatment going but have definitely found the UV light to be the best by far. Everyone knows the pros and cons of home usage. I have bought a lamp from internet and used a few times and noticed the difference, I am currently selling my lamp, it is a hand held lamp with comb (never used). £100 plus postage to uk (I currently live in NI) if anyone would be interested please email me on amanda_haughian@hotmail.com and i can send photos Many thanks! :)

Posted Mon 2 Mar 2020 12.22 by TimW - 50 from Worthing

Hi all I live in Horsham and bought a bed and it worked. Now moved and downsized and need to sell it. It costs me £1200 new one year ago so if anyone wants it make me an offer and text below Tim - 07770792380
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