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'I am the underdog and I want to prove that one can follow ones dreams despite all the flaws and setbacks.'
Chantelle Young, is one of finalists on the forthcoming series of the modelling talent show the Next America's Top Model, to compete for the honor of being next 'it girl' in the modeling world. Chantelle (also known as Winnie Harlow) is the first in the show's history to suffer from vitiligo, an under diagnosed skin disease that affects nearly 100 million people worldwide.
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- Can Ayurveda help with vitiligo?
Vitiligo is an autoimmune condition characterized by white patches of skin that can develop and spread unpredictably. While there is no cure, medical treatments and complementar...
- How can I explain vitiligo to my children?
Vitiligo can be confusing for children because it doesn’t resemble an "illness" in the typical sense. Choosing the right way to explain it depends on your child’s age and maturi...
- What causes vitiligo?
Surprisingly, the causes of vitiligo are yet to be precisely established. Researchers know the cause is pre-wired in your genes, just waiting for a bad luck moment. In about hal...
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.
Copyright (C) Bodolóczki JúliaBy taking a little time to fill in the anonymous questionnaire, you can help researchers better understand and fight vitiligo.