Topical and Oral Photoprotection for the Treatment of Photodermatoses. A Survey of 90 Dermatologists

Key Points

• Examine dermatologists' approaches to treating photodermatoses using topical and oral photoprotection.
• Survey of 90 dermatologists
• Assessment of prescribed treatments for photodermatoses
• Comparison of topical and oral photoprotection recommendations
• Majority prescribe high UVA protection sunscreens
• Recommend oral photoprotection with Polypodium leucotomos
• Report decrease in symptoms with combined treatment