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GlossaryUltraviolet B

type of ultraviolet radiation that causes sunburn and vitamin D production

Ultraviolet B (UVB) is a type of ultraviolet radiation with wavelengths between 280 and 315 nanometers. It is responsible for producing vitamin D in the skin but can also cause sunburn and contribute to skin cancer. In medical treatments, UVB light therapy is used to manage conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo by reducing inflammation and slowing down the overproduction of skin cells.

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research Ultraviolet B Irradiation Increases the Expression of Inflammatory Cytokines in Cultured Sebocytes

20 citations, December 2013 in “Journal of Dermatology”

UV-B light increases inflammation-related substances in acne-related skin cells.

Follicular Transplantation, Microneedling, and Adjuvant Narrow-Band Ultraviolet-B Irradiation as Cost-Effective Regimens for Palmar-Plantar Vitiligo: A Pilot Study

research Follicular Transplantation, Microneedling, and Adjuvant Narrow-Band Ultraviolet-B Irradiation as Cost-Effective Regimens for Palmar-Plantar Vitiligo: A Pilot Study

7 citations, April 2020 in “Curēus”

Combining hair transplantation with microneedling or laser and UV light may help treat tough vitiligo on hands and feet, with microneedling being affordable and easy to learn.

research Dermatology and Pregnancy

2 citations, May 2017 in “Springer eBooks”

Pregnancy can cause skin changes and affect existing skin conditions, with limited treatment options due to the need for fetal safety.

research Targeted Overexpression of the Angiogenesis Inhibitor Thrombospondin-1 in the Epidermis of Transgenic Mice Prevents Ultraviolet-B-Induced Angiogenesis and Cutaneous Photo-Damage

93 citations, May 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Overexpressing thrombospondin-1 in mice skin prevents UVB-induced skin damage.

research Flexural Agminated Eruptive Nevi in Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis

9 citations, May 2013 in “JAMA Dermatology”

Sunlight exposure improved a patient's skin condition, and there may be a link between a certain disease and skin growths; a leukemia treatment caused changes in hair color and growth.

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community What About Phytosterol Alternatives - Rice Bran Oil - Natural DHT Blockers

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses natural DHT blockers like rice bran oil, which may reduce 5α-reductase activity similarly to Minoxidil and Dutasteride. One user argues that finasteride is more reliable and effective than natural alternatives.

community Tretinoin can make it worse!!!

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Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.