News - 13 Jun `16Report and photos from the capital of Amazon

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Over 100 participants of XVII Master Class on Vitiligo in Manaus, Brazil explored genetic risk factors in vitiligo, treatment approach to patients of pediatric and adult age, a variety of therapeutic options for vitiligo, including 'traditional medicines' of Amazon tribes. Presentations on melasma, actinic dermatoses and challenging clinical cases enhanced the intensive program. Read more

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      • Is there a traditional medicine to treat vitiligo?

        Traditional medicines may be helpful in chronic, metabolic, and stress-related conditions early in the disease manifestation, before extensive tissue and organ damage has occurr...

      • Who is prone to vitiligo?

        Vitiligo can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or race. Vitiligo prevalence is between 0.76% and 1.11% of the U.S. population, including around 40% of those with the con...

      • How long does it take to treat vitiligo?

        Vitiligo, a condition characterized by the loss of skin pigment, can be unpredictable in both progression and treatment. The time it takes to treat vitiligo varies significantly...