Has anyone tried UVA light treatment for granuloma annulare?

After having GA for the past 4 years and tried topical treatment, my dermatologist suggested UVA light treatment. Having had a skin test, I have now had 6 sessions, each session increasing by 20% .. only to discover I have an allergy. Has anyone ever experienced this? It is most uncomfortable, very itchy, and I don't know if it will work. MP

[BhumikaMD]

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.