Narrowband UVB (311 nm) or UVA1 phototherapy serves as an adjuvant for moderate-to-severe disease that is refractory to topicals. It has antimicrobial effects and modulates the skin's immune response.
Management of atopic dermatitis (AD) has evolved from simple symptom relief to a multi-tiered approach focused on barrier repair, inflammation control, and targeted systemic therapies. ATOPIC DERMATITIS THERAPY
Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment - PMC Narrowband UVB (311 nm) or UVA1 phototherapy serves
: At least twice daily, ideally within three minutes of bathing to lock in moisture. Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment
The foundation of AD therapy is repairing the skin barrier to reduce triggers and prevent flares.
: Short (5–10 minute) baths in tepid water with fragrance-free, soap-free cleansers help cleanse and hydrate the skin without causing irritation. 2. Topical Anti-Inflammatory Therapies
: Ointments and creams are generally superior to lotions for barrier repair. Newer formulations may include ceramides or filaggrin breakdown products.