You may be referred to a doctor who specialises in treating skin conditions (dermatologist) if further treatment is needed. Protection from the sun. Sunburn is a severe risk if you have vitiligo. … Vitamin D. … Skin camouflage. … Topical steroids. … Referral. … Topical pimecrolimus or tacrolimus. … Phototherapy.Read More →
Vitiligo does not cause discomfort to your skin, such as dryness, but the patches may occasionally be itchy. The condition varies from person to person. Some people only get a few small, white patches, but others get bigger white patches that join up across large areas of their skin. WhatRead More →
Vitiligo triggers include autoimmune disease, neurogenic factors, genetics, sunburn, stress and chemical exposure. Vitiligo is a skin condition that affects about 1% of the global population. It’s often viewed as a cosmetic problem since it affects your appearance, but vitiligo is a medical condition. How can you prevent genetic vitiligo?Read More →
Just as there is no prescribed diet for vitiligo, there are no medically recognized foods that worsen the condition, either. However, anecdotal evidence shows that some people experience a negative reaction when they eat certain foods, especially those that contain the depigmenting agents hydroquinones. How much time will vitiligo takeRead More →
Purple Fabric Awareness Ribbons for Vitiligo Awareness, click here. What day is National vitiligo day? World Vitiligo Day is tomorrow, June 25th. It was established to raise awareness for vitiligo, a disfiguring autoimmune disease that causes white spots on the skin. The 25th of June was selected in remembrance ofRead More →
Affecting approximately 1% of the population, vitiligo can be an emotionally and socially devastating disease. Particularly frustrating to many is its unpredictable progression, which can be slow or rapid. Thus far, there is no cure for vitiligo. Can vitiligo be stopped? There is currently no cure for vitiligo and noRead More →
Autoimmune disorder: The affected person’s immune system may develop antibodies that destroy melanocytes. Genetic factors: Certain factors that may increase the chance of getting vitiligo can be inherited. About 30% of vitiligo cases run in families. How do you prevent vitiligo from spreading? Topical steroids come as a cream orRead More →
There is no way to tell if vitiligo will spread. For some people, the white patches do not spread. But often the white patches will spread to other areas of the body. For some people, vitiligo spreads slowly, over many years. What happens if your skin turns pink? Flushed skinRead More →
There is currently no cure for vitiligo and no way to prevent the condition. If a person decides to pursue treatment, the aim is generally to restore pigment and prevent depigmentation from affecting more skin. Limiting sun exposure is one of the most effective ways to prevent depigmentation and damage.Read More →
Creams and ointments. Light therapy. Depigmentation. Laser treatment. Skin grafting. Micropigmentation. Blister grafting. Cosmetic cover-ups. How can I prevent vitiligo in early stages? Drugs that control inflammation. Applying a corticosteroid cream to affected skin might return color. This is most effective when vitiligo is still in its early stages. ThisRead More →