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Frequently Asked Questions
What is vitiligo?
Vitiligo (pronounced vit-ill-EYE-go) is a generally unpredictable skin disease that causes a gradual loss of skin color and overlying hair on different parts of the body.
Contrary to popular belief, vitiligo is not a cosmetic disorder but a systemic disease affecting the largest body organ. An error in the immune system causes it to attack melanocytes, the pigment producing cells in the skin. As the melanocytes disappear, the skin loses its natural color.
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FAQOther Questions
- Pyrostegia venusta as a folk medicine for vitiligo?
Pyrostegia venusta, also known as “flame vine” or “cipó-de-são-joão,” is a neotropical evergreen vine native to Brazil. It thrives in fields, coastal areas, forest edges, and ro...
- What causes vitiligo?
The exact cause is a complex puzzle, but we know the foundation: It is pre-wired in your genes. Think of your genetics as a loaded spring, just waiting for a specific "trigger" ...
- Do Antioxidant Supplements Help Vitiligo?
Do Antioxidant Supplements Help Vitiligo? Short answer Maybe a little. But probably not in the way most people hope. Antioxidant supplements may offer modest support, especially...
Though it is not always easy to treat vitiligo, there is much to be gained by clearly understanding the diagnosis, the future implications, treatment options and their outcomes.
Many people deal with vitiligo while remaining in the public eye, maintaining a positive outlook, and having a successful career.
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