After 20 sessions, it appears that lower doses of UVA (5, 10 J/cm(2)) are as beneficial as the relatively higher dose (20 J/cm(2)) in the treatment of M and SS.
UVB-NB phototherapy should be included among the initial therapeutic options of mycosis fungoides in view of its efficacy, convenience, and likelihood of fewer long-term adverse effects. Addition of psoralen does not seem to enhance its therapeutic efficacy.
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