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Two new Vitiligo Support Groups in Brazil
We are happy to announce birth of two new Vitiligo Support Groups GRAPE-SBD in Brazil:
- Belo Horizonte City, coordinated by TNIA NELY ROCHA, MD (grupodeapoio@vitiligodermatologia.com.br)
- Sao Paolo, coordinated by RIVELINO AIELLO RITTO, MD (rivaritto@gmail.com)
FAQOther Questions
- Diabetes and Vitiligo: Is There a Connection?
Yes, there appears to be a real connection between vitiligo and diabetes, especially type 1 diabetes. A recent study using UK Biobank data also found an association with...
- 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. Cont...
- What tests for vitiligo should be done?
Before starting vitiligo therapy, several tests may be recommended to ensure an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan: Physical Examination A thorough physical exa...
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.
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