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phototherapy

/fɒtəˈθɛrəpi/ noun · British & US
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What does phototherapy mean?

noun

A type of light therapy used to treat various conditions, including skin disorders and seasonal affective disorder. It involves exposure to specific wavelengths of light.

Example

"The doctor recommended phototherapy to help alleviate her psoriasis symptoms."

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