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32 male with psoriasis since 16 years. treated with phototherapy sessions with high improvement. want to buy uvb lamp at home. is it effective?
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May be: It might be effective. The intensity of the light may change over time and this would decrease the effectiveness.
Answered 1/15/2014
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