How The Vitiligo Caused

It's Possible That Vitiligo May Be Triggered By Particular Events, Such As:

Stressful Events, Such As Childbirth Skin Damage, Such As Severe Sunburn Or Cuts (This Is Known As The Koebner Response)

Exposure To Certain Chemicals – For Example, At Work

Vitiligo Is Not Caused By An Infection

And You Cannot Catch It From Someone Else Who Has It.

Diagnosing Vitiligo

A GP Will Be Able To Diagnose Vitiligo After Examining The Affected Areas Of Skin.

They May Ask You If: There's A History Of Vitiligo In Your Family There's A History Of Other Autoimmune Conditions

In Your Family You've Injured The Affected Areas Of Skin – For Example, Whether You've Had Sunburn Or A Severe Rash There You Tan Easily In The Sun, Or Whether You Burn Any Areas Of Skin Have

Got Better Without Treatment, Or Whether They're Getting Worse You've Tried Any Treatments Already A GP May Also Ask You About The Impact Vitiligo Has On Your Life.

For Example, How Much It Affects Your Confidence And Self-Esteem, And Whether It Affects Your Job.

Treating vitiligo If vitiligo is severe or making you unhappy, you may want to consider treatment.

The white patches caused by vitiligo are usually permanent, although treatment options are available to reduce their appearance.

If the patches are relatively small, skin camouflage cream can be used to cover them up. Steroid creams can also be used on the skin to restore some pigment, however long-term use can cause stretch marks and thinning of the skin If steroid creams do not work, phototherapy (treatment with light) may be used.

Although treatment may help restore colour to your skin, the effect does not usually last. Treatment cannot stop the condition spreading. Find out more about treating vitiligo.

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