I have pationt of vitiligo

What is the treatment

corticosteroid cream
Calcineurin inhibitor ointments, such as tacrolimus (Protopic) or pimecrolimus (Elidel)Therapies
Light therapy with ultraviolet B (UVB)
Combining psoralen and light therapy
Surgery
Skin grafting
Blister grafting
Cellular suspension transplant
Protect your skin from the sun and artificial sources of UV light
Conceal affected skin and Makeup and self-tanning products can help minimize the differences in skin color
Don't get a tattoo

 

What are the Symptoms of Vitiligo

Patchy loss of skin color, which usually first appears on the hands, face, and areas around body openings and the genitals
Premature whitening or graying of the hair on your scalp, eyelashes, eyebrows or beardLoss of color in the tissues that line the inside of your mouth and nose (mucous membranes)

 

What are the causes of Vitiligo

disorder of the immune system (autoimmune condition)
Family history (heredity)
A trigger event, such as stress, severe sunburn or skin trauma, such as contact with a chemical

 

When does Vitiligo start

It starts at any age, but usually appears before age 30

What is Vitiligo

pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) die or stop producing melanin — the pigment that gives your skin, hair and eyes color. The involved patches of skin become lighter or white .The condition is not life-threatening or contagious.

 

How far can Vitiligo affect your body

Nearly all skin surfaces
Many parts of your body
Only one side or part of your body
One or only a few areas of your body
The face and hands

What are the complication of Vitiligo

Social or psychological distress
Sunburn
Eye problems
Hearing loss

Advise

follow up with dertmatolgy doctor

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