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Reviewed by Dr.Vijaykumar Kamat & written by Dr. Shivani Desai.

Leucoderma or Vitiligo is a pigmentation disorder that affects the skin and mucous tissues. It is characterized as circumscribed patches of white skin in a variety of shapes and sizes. It is a progressive condition in which all or some of the melanocytes are destroyed.

What is Vitiligo?

Leucoderma or Vitiligo is a pigmentation disorder that affects the skin and mucous tissues. It is characterized as circumscribed patches of white skin in a variety of shapes and sizes. It is a progressive condition in which all or some of the melanocytes are destroyed.

Cause:

 

It is not known what causes vitiligo, but it is thought to be caused by genetic and non-genetic elements. It is believed to be caused by autoimmune mechanisms.

Risk Factors:

 

Vitiligo can be caused by:

  • Genetics – People with a family history of vitiligo are more likely to develop the condition than those without a family history.
  • Drugs – It is believed that drugs can lower immune response that can cause vitiligo
  • Stress – Another important factor that can lower the immune system
  • Chemicals – People who are directly exposed to chemicals, such as painters and factory workers, have a higher risk of developing this disorder.
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Autoimmune Diseases– Conditions like hypothyroidism or diabetes.

Vitiligo Facts:

  • Vitiligo does not have a fatal outcome
  • This is a noncommunicable disease (noninfectious). There is a lot of stigma associated with it.
  • Around 4 % worldwide are affected by this disease.

Vitiligo Symptoms:

This condition is characterized by white patches or macules. The spots can be a single spot or multiple spots with varying shapes. It can start as a white spot that can grow larger or more numerous. The most common areas affected are:

  • Limbs
  • Abdomen
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  • Mucous membranes – lips, genitals (genitals), gingiva, nipples, and areolas

Diagnosis:

 

The diagnosis is based on medical history, a physical examination, and a biopsy of the depigmented patches.

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Dr. Shivani Desai
Dr. Shivani Desai

Dr Shivani R Desai is an MD in Ayurveda. She is considered as one of the leading research scientists in natural medicine today and has published numerous peer reviewed studies. Dr Shivani has joined Biogetica owing to her passion for natural helping people and changing lives. She embodies the Biogetica ideals of bringing nature back to medicine and whole person healing back to mankind.

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