Unraveling vitiligo
Melanocyte cells provide color to the skin, and any damage to this would cause vitiligo. This is a skin disorder that would appear for anyone at any age. White patches would appear on the particular part of the body that has been damaged. The natural skin color would be destroyed, and this could even affect the tissues inside the mouth and nose. Usually, vitiligo appears in the area, which is excessively exposed to the sun.
Causes
Mainly vitiligo occurs when melanocytes fail to produce melanin, which is responsible for skin color.
Other factors might include the following:
- Heredity
- Sunburn
- Exposure to chemicals
- Attack from own immune system
Treatment
There could be varied treatments that would help treat the discoloration or patches on the skin and to restore the natural skin tone. The results would vary, and it will be unpredictable as it will be focused based on the severity of the condition.
- Medications - some medications used alone or with light therapy could help restore the skin color or skin tone. Some creams would control the inflammation when applied evenly on the affected area.
- Surgery - when all the other treatments fail, surgery can be taken as a last resort to treat vitiligo. Surgery will be recommended when other treatments are not showing any changes at least for a period of 6 months.
- Cell transplantation technology - a surgical procedure where some of the healthy cells are transferred to the damaged area or cells to get an appropriate skin color and texture.
At Vitals Klinic, the doctor and his team provide the required and apt treatment for vitiligo.
Blog Reviwed By: Dr Harish Prasad
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