Podcasts - 24 Feb `25Vitiligo and Sleep: Breaking the Vicious Circle (Ep. 23)

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Vitiligo is more than a skin condition—it affects identity, confidence, and emotional well-being. The stress and anxiety linked to vitiligo can disrupt sleep, creating a cycle of restlessness and fatigue. High cortisol levels from stress interfere with the sleep-wake cycle, while autoimmune inflammation and emotional distress worsen insomnia.

But what if breaking that vicious cycle could improve both mental health and skin healing?

In this episode of Deep Dive in Vitiligo, we explore how stress, inflammation, and mental health challenges contribute to poor sleep in people with vitiligo—and how we can fix this.

Join us as we uncover practical strategies to restore restful nights and regain control—not just over your skin but over your well-being, too.

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  • What is the best therapy for localized vitiligo?

    Localized vitiligo, where the white patches are limited to one or a few areas of the body, can be managed with a few treatment approaches. The best therapy usually depends on th...

  • 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...