New
Overview of Vitiligo Research April - June 2014
Published today. Thirty six PubMed records were found by our Chief Scientific Director Dr. Korobko to be relevant and of interest, and were included into this quarterly overview. The review includes sections on epidemiology, comorbidities, quality of life, vitiligo triggers, new case reports, new clinical studies and trials, analysis of mechanisms of vitiligo pathogenesis, genetic studies, candidate biomarkers, mechanisms of treatments, methodological advancements and novel treatment modalities.
FAQOther Questions
- What are risks of oral and topical corticosteroids?
Corticosteroid drugs (like hydrocortisone, and others) are often used for treating vitiligo. By mimicing the effects of hormones your body produces naturally in your adrenal gla...
- 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. Contr...
- Which diseases most commonly accompany vitiligo?
Vitiligo is rarely an isolated event. Because it involves an overactive immune system, it often coexists with other autoimmune disorders. According to extensive 10-year clinical...
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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