Abstract |
L-Phenylalanine is a promising agent for the treatment of vitiligo when taken orally and followed with ultraviolet light (UVA) irradiation. Of 13 children so treated, 3 experienced repigmentation of all vitiliginous areas, 6 showed 50% to 90% improvement, and 4 failed to respond. None of the children experienced side effects during the treatment.
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Authors | C H Schulpis, C Antoniou, T Michas, J Strarigos |
Journal | Pediatric dermatology
(Pediatr Dermatol)
Vol. 6
Issue 4
Pg. 332-5
(Dec 1989)
ISSN: 0736-8046 [Print] United States |
PMID | 2616391
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Female
- Humans
- Male
- Phenylalanine
(blood, therapeutic use)
- Skin Pigmentation
(radiation effects)
- Ultraviolet Therapy
(methods)
- Vitiligo
(blood, therapy)
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