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Experience with photodynamic therapy and metvix

My dermatologist wants a lot of money for this treatment of my scalp and cheeks. I believe it is as painful as Efudex. I am 90. I have the usual aches and pains. Has anyone used this expensive combination? If so, how uncomfortable was it? Any advice would be both kind and welcome. Thank you all.

  1. Hi . I don't have experience with photodynamic therapy and metvix, but, from what I understand, the pain is much shorter-lived than the pain from efudex. Have you used efudex in the past? Is this something you can afford?
    Here is an study about photodynamic therapy and skin cancer prevention from the National Institutes of Health that might interest you: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK617062/.
    I hope others chime in with their own experiences.
    Let us know what you decide, if you don't mind. Wishing you the best. - Lori (Team Member)

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