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Podcast
Could vitiligo hold the key to a longer, healthier life? Groundbreaking research from Korea reveals that individuals with vitiligo have lower risks of major diseases like cancer, heart issues, and infections.
In this episode, we explore the science behind these findings, from immune "white armor" to enhanced cellular cleanup.
Join us as we challenge the narrative and uncover the hidden strengths of this misunderstood condition. Stay curious, inspired, and ready to rethink vitiligo’s role in health!
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FAQOther Questions
- Can chemicals cause vitiligo?
Certain chemicals can trigger vitiligo, leading to a condition known as chemical-induced vitiligo. While clinically and histologically indistinguishable from other types of viti...
- Is vitiligo contagious?
Vitiligo is not contagious. This means it cannot be spread from person to person through physical contact, sharing personal items, or any other means of transmission. Vitiligo ...
- Can a gluten-free diet help with vitiligo?
It's very unlikely. We have specifically looked into claims that gluten-free diet may ease symptoms of vitiligo, or completely reverse it, and found no firm scientific evidence ...
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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