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Acne- Photodynamic Therapy For Treatment

Till now acne was treated with topical and oral medications. Now Photodynamic Therapy is being studied to treat acne. Some dermatologists are already using this to treat acne in their clinic. Photodynamic Therapy involves use of light source or heat source. Laser, or heat source. The light targets and destroys the acne causing bacteria and also reduces inflammation. Commonly the treatment lasts for fifteen minutes and is given twice a week for four weeks. How does Photodynamic Therapy compare with conventional treatments? Let us find out-

1. This treatment is non-ablative or non-wounding.

2. This treatment is very convenient to treat the acne on the back. Back acne is difficult to treat with topical medicine because application of medication is a problem on the back.

3. Most acne treatments need to be followed at scheduled time. With Photodynamic Therapy the chances of missing the treatment are minimized. After the treatment is administered acne patients’ don’t have to think about it afterward. It simplifies the treatment regimen considerably.

4. Photodynamic Therapy kills the bacteria P. acne that infects acne and reduces the size of oil glands. This reduces acne very quickly.

5. Photodynamic Therapy may be painful especially with laser.

6. Photodynamic Therapy is more expensive compared to conventional therapy.

7. There are concerns about potential long-term effects of oral medications for acne treatment.

8. Studies show that these treatments may even improve acne scarring and skin texture.

This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article.

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