Photodynamic therapy is also referred to as blue light therapy. Dermatologists have been successful in warding off actinic keratosis with this therapy. These are scaly bumps that grow in different sizes from one inch to pinhead size. They usually appear in areas where the body has been exposed to the sun including the face, head, […]
Who Qualifies for Photodynamic Therapy?
Dealing with any type of skin condition on your face can be embarrassing and make you feel self-conscious. If the issue does not clear up quickly, you may be left with feelings of depression and low self-esteem. No matter what type of skin issue you are dealing with, it is important to take steps to […]
What is Photodynamic Therapy?
Many people are looking for ways to fight back against acne, and a popular treatment option that is worth considering is photodynamic therapy. Also called PDT, this therapy involves the use of a photosensitizing medicine and blue light. The photosensitizing agent is used to make the blue light more effective against the condition that is […]
Treating Mild Skin Cancers with Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
When caught early, skin cancer is one of the most effectively treated cancers with treatment options that carry very high success rates. Photodynamic therapy, or PDT, is a treatment that has helped many people control and cure pre-cancers and very early skin cancers. PDT is a non-invasive therapy that uses a photo-sensitizing medicine called aminolevulanic […]
