Clinical Efficacy of Phototherapy on Pruritis with Dermatopathic Patients

Mohamed, Asmaa A.; Toson, Rokaia A.; Omar, Ahmed M.; Abd El Rashid, Nessrien A.

doi:10.21608/ejhm.2023.291355

Clinical Efficacy of Phototherapy on Pruritis with Dermatopathic Patients

Document Type : Original Article

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10.21608/ejhm.2023.291355

Abstract

Background: A frequent skin condition associated with diabetes called diabetic dermopathy may also be associated with neuropathy. The neurological and dermatologic systems are often linked in the pathophysiology of diabetic itch.
Objective: This research evaluated the efficacy of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and polarized light therapy (PLT) in treating diabetes patients' pruritus and dermopathy.
Subjects and Methods: This study included forty patients. They were split randomly into two groups with an equal number of people; Group (A): Received low level laser therapy along with medical care (Using antibiotic creams for all patients) for eight weeks; three sessions per week. While, Group (B): Received polarized light along with medical care (Using antibiotic creams for all patients) for eight weeks; three sessions per week. Before and following the treatment, pruritus was measured.
Results: This study found no significant differences of low level laser therapy and polarized light therapy in their favourable effects on diabetic dermopathy and itching (p > 0.05).
Conclusion: Both low-level laser therapy and polarised light therapy are secure approaches that effectively treat pruritus and dermopathy.

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