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Pharmacologic Induction of Epidermal Melanin and Protection Against Sunburn in a Humanized Mouse Model
Published on: September 7, 2013
The problems of photosensitivity
Abstract:
The purpose of this paper is: 1. To define photosensitivity and photosensitizers. 2. To state the results of photosensitivity. 3. To discuss the mechanism of photosensitivity. 4. To indicate briefly specific conditions allied to photosensitivity. 5. To discuss the management of the problem (a) By medical means (briefly only) (b) By physical means with which the physiotherapist may be involved including: (i) spectrophotometry; (ii) results of experiments with filters and sun, and physical screens. 6. To describe experiments performed to check the properties of accepted sensitizers and desensitizers.
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