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How do you manage polymorphic light eruption (PMLE)?
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Dermatology · Forefront Dermatology
It depends on the severity and frequency of the case but typically:
- strict photoprotection with sunscreen, UPF clothing, etc.,
- topical steroids bid starting the day before planned sun exposure and continuing for a week or two,
- intermittent prednisone course (best for my patients who flare the same ...
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Dermatology · The Dermatology Group PA
Heliocare prophylactically. I’ve found it to be quite helpful for patients who don’t want to be on plaquenil.