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Eczema & UVThera

Eczema causes chronic dry, itchy, inflamed skin. NB-UVB helps calm the itch-inflammation cycle that keeps flares going.

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UNDERSTANDING ECZEMA

What's happening, and why UV therapy helps.

What is it?

Eczema is a chronic condition where the skin barrier doesn't hold moisture well, leaving skin dry, inflamed and intensely itchy. It tends to come and go in flares, most often on the inner elbows, behind the knees, and on the hands, face and neck. It isn't contagious, but flares can seriously disrupt sleep and daily comfort.

Why NB-UVB phototherapy works

Narrowband UVB (311 nm) calms the inflammation in the skin and can reduce itching, which helps break the itch-scratch cycle. Dermatology guidelines include it as an option for adults with chronic eczema when moisturisers and topical treatments haven't given enough control. For children, it's usually considered only after other treatments, under close dermatologist supervision.

THE NUMBERS

What the evidence says.

311 nm

Narrowband UVB, the most-studied phototherapy for eczema

4–8 wks

Typical time to noticeably less itch, with 2–3 sessions a week

AAD 2023

American Academy of Dermatology guidelines include phototherapy as an option for adults with eczema


HOW UVTHERA HELPS WITH ECZEMA

Device, app, and dashboard — working together.

UVThera isn't just a UV lamp. It's a closed loop between what your skin actually receives, what you track, and what your dermatologist sees.

The Device
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Real dosimetry, every session
A calibrated photodiode measures the actual UV dose reaching your skin — not just elapsed time — so your eczema protocol stays accurate even as the lamp ages.
  • MED-calibrated starting dose
  • Automatic compensation as lamp output drops
  • Condition-specific dosing protocol
The App
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Tracks what matters, automatically
Every session, dose, and photo is logged without you having to remember anything — and your EASI score updates as you progress.
  • EASI (Eczema Area and Severity Index) auto-scoring
  • Session photo timeline
  • Reminders so you don't miss a dose
The Dashboard
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Your dermatologist sees it too
Compliance, dose history, and your EASI trend are visible to your prescribing dermatologist in real time — no waiting for your next visit to adjust your plan.
  • Live compliance & adherence tracking
  • Remote protocol adjustments
  • ABHA-linked treatment record

Outcome tracking

EASI scoring, not guesswork.

EASI scores redness, thickness, scratching, and lichenification across body regions, giving an objective severity trend instead of relying on "it feels better/worse."

EASI SCORE OVER TIME
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COMMON QUESTIONS

Eczema & UVThera — FAQ

Your starting dose is calibrated specifically to your skin via a MED test, and your dermatologist sets safety limits the device won't exceed, making it suitable even for sensitive eczema-prone skin.

No — phototherapy is typically used alongside your existing skincare routine, not as a replacement. Your dermatologist will advise on how to combine them.

Yes — NB-UVB is well-documented for hand eczema, scalp eczema, and dyshidrosis, which often respond less well to topical treatment alone.

Yes, NB-UVB has a strong long-term safety profile and is commonly used for sustained eczema maintenance therapy under dermatologist supervision.


ALSO TREATING SOMETHING ELSE?

Other conditions UVThera supports.

🔵Vitiligo 🔴Psoriasis  🟠Atopic Dermatitis


Not sure where to begin?

Our team will walk you through phototherapy, answer your questions, and help you plan your next step, at the clinic or at home.

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