Vitiligo
FAQ's
Vitiligo is an acquired skin condition characterized by white patches on different parts of the body.
The texture of the skin remains normal in the affected areas, even though the color is lost.
Vitiligo is caused by the destruction of pigment-producing cells called melanocytes, leading to a lack of pigment in the affected areas, resulting in localized depigmented patches.
Vitiligo is a social problem with a lot of stigma attached to it, largely due to the importance given to normal skin color and the misconception that it may spread through contact.
Yes, Vitiligo can be treated effectively with various measures, though sometimes the treatment is usually prolonged.
The presence of white hair in the depigmented patch may indicate a more resistant form of the disease.