Light Therapy?

Have you ever heard of Light Therapy for eczema? I went to the dermatologist's, today, and she is recommending it. In her words, "(I) would be a prime candidate because I have suffered from repeated eczema flare-ups throughout my life." I've done creams (oh, have I done the creams!). I've done the fragrance-free, hypo-allergenic, dermatologist-recommended shampoos, soups, creams, etc., etc., etc. I've done various pills, Rx, internal medicines in the hope (less) search for some relief from the red, irritated, inflamed, scaly, dry skin that has literally been a part of my life since I can remember. I am ready to try something else. I.Am.Desperate.

So, what is light therapy? Hmm... after a quick Internet search (and after consulting with my doctor), I found that light therapy for eczema is, "Exposing the skin to UV light suppresses overactive skin immune system cells that cause inflammation." http://www.everydayhealth.com/eczema/light-therapy.aspx. The goal of the therapy is to expose the affected parts to UV lights in order to suppress flare-ups. There are cons to this type of therapy listed on the link above. None of these are terribly bothersome to me except for one; I have to go three times a week to the doctor's office and I can't take my almost-two-year old with me. As a SAHM, I am my daughter's caregiver and finding alternate care- an hour, three times a week- can been burdensome.

So, in conclusion, light therapy seems like a viable path of treatment for my skin IF (big IF), I can figure out childcare for my daughter.