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Damaged Skin Barrier? What to Know and How to Protect It

First Derm

Flare-Ups: Skin conditions such, as eczema and psoriasis can worsen when the skins protective barrier is compromised resulting in flare ups. Underlying Skin Conditions: Conditions like atopic dermatitis and rosacea can compromise the integrity of the skin barrier making it more prone to damage. [2] M., & Wakefield, J.

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The Role of Phototherapy in Inflammatory Skin Disease

The Dermatology Digest

According to Dr. Richard, today she uses many approaches, including biologics (as monotherapy and in combination), as well as phototherapy, to treat patients with psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, and a “laundry list” of other skin diseases that respond to light. Notably, Medicare covered the excimer laser starting in 2003.

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