Vitiligo
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Diagnosis of Vitiligo
Vitiligo is usually identified through a combination of clinical observation, medical history, and selective testing. The condition occurs when melanocytes, the cells that produce skin pigment, are lost or inactivated in specific areas of the skin. This leads to well-defined patches…
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Causes of Vitiligo
Vitiligo is caused by the loss or failure of melanocytes, the specialized cells that produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin, hair, and eye color. When melanocytes are destroyed, suppressed, or stop functioning properly, areas of skin lose pigment and become…
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Treatment for Vitiligo
What treatments are used for vitiligo? The condition is managed with a combination of topical medications, light-based therapy, procedures such as skin grafting in selected cases, and supportive measures that reduce contrast and help stabilize disease activity. These treatments do not…
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Prevention of Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a disorder in which pigment-producing cells, called melanocytes, are damaged or lost, leading to sharply demarcated patches of lighter skin. Whether vitiligo can be fully prevented is not currently established. In most people, the condition arises from a combination…
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FAQ about Vitiligo
This FAQ explains what vitiligo is, why it happens, how it is diagnosed, and what treatment options can help. It also addresses common concerns about long-term outlook, risk factors, and questions people often have after learning they or a loved one…