phototherapies
Light-based medical treatments
Phototherapies is the plural of phototherapy—medical treatments that use light to address various conditions.
Ultraviolet light treats skin disorders like psoriasis and eczema.
Blue light treats jaundice in newborns.
Bright light therapy addresses seasonal affective disorder and sleep issues.
The dermatologist recommended several phototherapies before considering medication.
Wavelengths shorter than violet
- UVBMedium-wave ultraviolet light
- UVALong-wave ultraviolet
- infraredHeat-bearing electromagnetic waves
- LEDSemiconductor that glows
laser · wavelength · bilirubin · absorption · chromophore · photoreceptor · irradiance · narrowband
Immune system attacks skin cells
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- vitiligoMelanocyte-loss skin condition
- jaundiceYellowing from bile pigment
- acneInflamed skin condition
SAD · lupus · dermatitis · rosacea · keratosis · depression
Study of skin ailments
- oncologyCancer medicine specialty
- neonatologyCare of newborn infants
- psychiatryMental health medicine
- aestheticsTheory of beauty
anti-aging · dentistry · ophthalmology · veterinary · cosmetic · rehabilitation
Backlit translucent display surface
- lampElectric light fixture
- panelDistinct flat section
- gogglesSealed protective eyewear
- boothTemporary enclosed compartment
cabinet · fiber-optic · incubator · wand · dosimeter · timer
Restoration of health
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
ultraviolet
Wavelengths shorter than violet
LED · laser · wavelength · bilirubin · absorption · chromophore · photoreceptor · irradiance · narrowband · broadband
psoriasis
Immune system attacks skin cells
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- vitiligoMelanocyte-loss skin condition
- jaundiceYellowing from bile pigment
acne · SAD · lupus · dermatitis · rosacea · keratosis · depression
dermatology
Study of skin ailments
- oncologyCancer medicine specialty
- neonatologyCare of newborn infants
- psychiatryMental health medicine
aesthetics · anti-aging · dentistry · ophthalmology · veterinary · cosmetic · rehabilitation
lightbox
Backlit translucent display surface
booth · cabinet · fiber-optic · incubator · wand · dosimeter · timer
healing
Restoration of health
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
phototherapiespharmacotherapy
Treatment using pharmaceutical agents
drug therapy · chemotherapy · medication · surgical intervention · surgery
phototherapieschemotherapies
Drug therapies for cancer
surgeries · medication · pharmaceuticals · radiation therapy · electroconvulsive therapy
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