Is Photodynamic Therapy a Good Acne and Rosacea Treatment?

I have tried a few treatments for my acne and rosacea but nothing has worked very well so far and someone in an acne chatroom I go to suggested I try...

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Photodynamic Therapy Done Incorrectly?

I have had the Levulan with IPL treatment 3 times over the last three years. The first two times were by the same office and my face reacted the same...

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What Does Blu U Light Treatment Cost?

Do you only have this treatment once or is it usually a package? What's the cost range?

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Best Treatment for Actinic Keratoses, Fine Lines, and Sun Damage?

I have multiple actinic keratoses, fine lines, and sun damage on my arms. I am 38 and very fair skinned. My super toned arms used to be my best...

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Blue Light Therapy Price?

Is blue light treatment ever covered by insurance?

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Will Redness After Photodynamic Therapy Resolve on Its Own?

I got a severe phototoxicty reaction when I had ALA Photodynamic therapy. 3 hours incubation, activated by omnilux re 633 for 10 minutes. I had...

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Does Photodynamic Therapy Really Increase Collagen Production?

According to an article published on Medline Plus in Oct. 08, "Photodynamic therapy appears to cause molecular-level changed in aging skin that...

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Photodynamic Therapy vs Photo Therapy and Fotofacial?

I want to try a "photo" treatment for my acne, but I don't know how they are different or which one works best on acne. Can someone tell...

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Cost of Photodynamic Therapy?

How much can I expect to pay for photodynamic therapy?

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Is Photodynamic Therapy a Good Choice for Pore Reduction?

In 2004, I had Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) to treat acne. It dramatically reduced my pores. I now use Obagi NuDerm to keep my acne under control. My...

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Chemical Peel Vs. Photodynamic Therapy?

I have mild acne on my face, and extremely large, VERY oily, and red pores on my nose. My general skin condition is also very patchy, dry and red in...

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Photodynamic Therapy to Eliminate Sebaceous Glands?

I have extremely oily facial skin, and this has always bothered me very much. Are there any procedures that could permanently destroy some of the...

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What is Photodynamic Therapy?

How is this used in skincare?

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Blackheads After Photodynamic Therapy

I am a 39 year old female. Throughout my years, I've had bouts of acne flare ups that were always treatable. I started developing acne on my back and...

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Is Photodynamic Therapy a Laser Treatment?

What does photodynamic therapy mean and how does it work?  Is it like light treatment or laser treatment?

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Photodynamic Therapy to Remove Basal Cell Carcinoma?

I have recently been diagnosed with nodular Basal cell carcinoma on my chest, 6 spots. I have had other basal removed and don't want anymore...

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How to Tell if Redness Are Scars from ALA-PDT Treatment?

I had an ALA(Aminolevulinic Acid)-PDT (Photodynamic therapy) treatment done and got a severe reaction with scabs and blisters. Some of the scabs and...

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Phototherapy for Speeding Up Open Wound Granulation?

Following surgical removal of squamous cell carcinoma on my shin, my 2 inch diameter full-skin graft had to be partially removed at 31/2 weeks. Would...

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Will Levulan Give Me a Good Cosmetic Result?

My dermatologist recommended Levulan with blue light for sun damage. Can I also expect a good all-over result for wrinkles, evening skin tone, and...

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Photodynamic Therapy for Fordyce Spots?

Is Photodynamic therapy effective against fordyce spots on the upper lip? I saw a dermatologist about white bumps on my upper lip and she suggested...

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Photodynamic Therapy - How is It Different from Aramis?

I am wonderding how is photodynamic therapy different from Aramis laser technology?  Which one would help prevent and also reduce acne scarring?

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Does Photodynamic Therapy Really Work for Acne and How Long Does It Last?

I've tried everything: peels, antibiotics, microderm, topicals, but all of these only control my acne. So I'm really looking for a permanent...

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Sun Protection After BBL Phototherapy on Fair and Sensitive Skin?

BBL has been recommended for me. I am 50 with very fair and sensitive skin. I can only use zinc oxide or sun avoidance as I am allergic to Paba or...

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What Kind of Anti-aging Benefits Does PDT Have if IPL is Used Instead of Blue Light?

My dermatologist suggested PDT using IPL instead of Blue light to get rid of sun damage in my face and chest. Will that make my sun spots go away?...

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What Type of Lights Are Used for Blue Light Therapy?

Are the lights intense? Is this kind of treatment known by any other names?

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Reaction to the Levulan Treatment for DSAP on Arms

I had a Levulan treatment for Disseminated Superficial Actinic Porokeratosis (DSAP) on both my arms, and there was no reaction at all - not on the...

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Photodynamic Therapy After Fraxel Laser?

Can I have PDT (Photodynamic Therapy) after a Fraxel and if so, when? How long do i have to wait?

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Is Photodynamic Therapy Covered by Insurance?

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Photodynamic Treatment Useful Against Seborrhea?

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Does Photodynamic Therapy Permanently Minimize the Sebaceous Glands?

Will photodynamic therapy permanently decrease the size of the sebaceous glands or is it only temporary?

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Had PDT One Month Ago, Now my Pores All over my Face Are Producing Tiny White Millias.

Did I have an adverse reaction to PDT? Face is very dry.

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Can Photodynamic Therapy Be Used over Large Area of Body For Actinic Keratosis?

I have actinic keratosis severly on my legs arms and chest and I am interested in PDT therapy. It is to the point where I want my whole body covered...

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How Long Should I Wait to Get Photo Dynamic Therapy?

Hi and thank you for any time given to my question. I was on accutane for 2 months straight 40mgs for 160pound male then 60mgs the second month. My...

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How Does Dusa Photodynamic Therapy Work?

I had the procedure done today for my acne. The doctor and staff members did not an adequate job telling me exactly what was going on. They gave me an...

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Photodynamic Therapy After Taking Accutane

I am a 25-year-old female and I have acne on my face. I have tried lots of stuff for acne none worked. So about 2 years ago my derm put me on Accutane...

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Is PDT with ALA Just for Oily Skin?

I went into a MedSpa today to get a consultation on PDT with ALA for my acne and the aesthetician told me she doesn't recommend PDT/ALA treatment...

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Skin Didn't Respond to PDT for Back Acne

I recently underwent PDT with Levulan (60 min) and Blu-U (9 mins) for back acne. Why does my skin not feel burned or appear red?

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I Am Booked for PDT in 2 Months Time, Whats the Average Incubation Time for Levulan with Blu Light?

I am female, fair skinned, prone to broken veins & have uneven redness in my skin tone, never had acne or any other complaints, I've tried...

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PDL on Spider Angioma (w/ Immune Suppressants)?

Would PDL Treatment on my Spider Angioma Be Effective, As I Am on Immune Suppressants ?

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Photodynamic Therapy for Acne - Carried out Correctly? No Reaction/response, No Redness and Peeling, is This Normal?

Hello, I have had photodynamic therapy performed this week. The procedure was carried out as follows:45 minutes of ALA being applied to face in 5...

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I Am Breast Feeding, Can I Have PDT?

Very interested in photodynamic therapy but am breast feeding (combined with weaning) a child of 11 months. Should I delay treatment or is it safe to...

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Levulan Pdt Treatment How Long Do You Have to Stay out of the Sun?

I'm traveling to Nassea will it be safe? Treatment was on 4/9/2012 traveling 5/8/2012

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How Long Do I Have to Wait to Get a Fractional Laser Treatment After PDT?

I had a PDT treatment about a month ago. Can I get a Fractional Laser treatment at this time.If not, how long should I wait.

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Had Levulan PDT Treatment 4/9 For Pre-Cancerous Skin on my Face, Did it Not Work?

I Had Levulan PDT Treatment April 9th for Pre Cancerous Skin on my Face. My face did turn bright red yet no peeling or blistering did occur does this...

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