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Granuloma Annulare...Cure?

Granuloma Annulare...Cure?

I have had granuloma for about 15+ years now. I have tried every topical steroid available. Any other suggestions?
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Hi,

In severe cases of generalized granuloma annulare, your doctor may recommend a special kind of ultraviolet light therapy called psoralen plus ultraviolet A (PUVA). This treatment combines exposure to ultraviolet light (phototherapy) with drugs called psoralens, which help make your skin more receptive to the effects of ultraviolet light.

This therapy is given under the close supervision of  a dermatologist . The major side effect of PUVA is a sunburn-type reaction.

http://www.aad.org/public/publications/pamphlets/common_granuloma.html

Let us know about how you are doing and what your doctor advises.

Post us if you need any further information.

Regards.
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