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Does UVA Ray Treatment For Psoriasis Cause Skin Cancer?

I have psoriasis on my legs and have seen a dermatologist who prescribed two expensive creams. They help a little but it never goes away. I've been tanning for a short time in a tanning bed every other day and have seen a drastic improvement but Iam a little worried about skin cancer from UVA rays. Any home remedies out there? Any advice?
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Exposing the affected areas to sunlight can help ease the psoriasis flare up, but natural sunlight is better for your skin since tanning beds can be too harsh. Remember that the Sunlight has uncontrolled UVA rays which are a risk factor for Skin Cancer. The PUVA is better than sunlight treatments for Psoriasis. Try natural remedies as well, like pasteurized creams, bee's wax, and lemon oil. They are really effective and cost less as well.
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Does UVA Ray Treatment For Psoriasis Cause Skin Cancer?

Exposing the affected areas to sunlight can help ease the psoriasis flare up, but natural sunlight is better for your skin since tanning beds can be too harsh. Remember that the Sunlight has uncontrolled UVA rays which are a risk factor for Skin Cancer. The PUVA is better than sunlight treatments for Psoriasis. Try natural remedies as well, like pasteurized creams, bee's wax, and lemon oil. They are really effective and cost less as well.