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Thermalism in Argentina. Alternative or complementary dermatologic therapy

J Ubogui1, F M Stengel, M C Kien

  • 1Hospital Diego Thompson, Nauquén, Argentina.

Archives of Dermatology
|November 26, 1998
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Copahue Volcano

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology and Balneology
  • Geothermal Medicine

Background:

  • Psoriasis vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin condition.
  • The Copahue region offers unique geothermal resources for therapeutic use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of geothermal products in treating psoriasis vulgaris.
  • To assess the therapeutic potential of thermal waters, mud, and algae.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical evaluation of 55 patients with psoriasis vulgaris.
  • Application of thermal waters, mud, and/or algae as sole therapeutic agents.
  • Treatment duration of 10 +/- 3 days.

Main Results:

  • Notable clinical improvement observed in patients undergoing treatment.
  • Geothermal therapies demonstrated significant positive effects on psoriasis symptoms.
  • Short-term treatment yielded substantial therapeutic benefits.

Conclusions:

  • Geothermal products from the Copahue region are effective in managing psoriasis vulgaris.
  • Thermal therapies offer a viable treatment option for psoriasis.
  • Brief therapeutic interventions using natural geothermal agents show promise.

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