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Understanding and Treating Vitiligo at Nine Eleven Clinic, Mira Road, Mumbai with Dr. Brijesh Yadav
Vitiligo is a non-contagious skin condition that causes white patches to appear on different areas of the body. It occurs when pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) in the skin stop functioning. While the exact cause remains unknown, factors like genetics, autoimmune disorders, and environmental triggers may play a role.
Vitiligo is primarily a cosmetic concern, but it can also cause emotional distress and social anxiety. Here at Nine Eleven Clinic, Mira Road, Mumbai, Dr. Brijesh Yadav understands the impact vitiligo can have on your life. We offer support and treatment options to help you manage the condition and improve your quality of life.
Symptoms of Vitiligo:
- • Development of white patches on the skin, often symmetrical and with smooth borders
- • Loss of pigment can occur anywhere on the body, but commonly affects the face, hands, feet, and around body openings (mouth, eyes, genitals)
- • Premature graying of hair or eyelashes
Treatment Options for Vitiligo:
While there's no permanent cure for vitiligo, various treatment options can help restore pigment and even out your skin tone. Dr. Brijesh Yadav will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan based on the severity and location of your vitiligo. Some potential treatment options include:
• Medications Topical corticosteroids or calcineurin inhibitors may help repigment the skin.
• Light Therapy (Phototherapy): Narrowband UVB light therapy is a common treatment that involves exposing the affected areas to controlled doses of ultraviolet B light.
• Photochemotherapy (PUVA): This combines psoralen medication with ultraviolet A light therapy to stimulate pigment production
• Surgical Procedures: In some cases, skin grafting or cell suspension transplant may be considered to repigment small areas
• Depigmentation:If widespread vitiligo affects most of your body, evening out skin tone by depigmenting remaining pigmented areas may be an option.
Living a Balanced Life with Vitiligo:
While there's no guaranteed way to prevent vitiligo, managing stress and protecting your skin from sunburn can be helpful. Here are some tips:
• Sun protection: Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher daily, even on cloudy days.
• Stress management: Techniques like yoga or meditation can help manage stress, which may worsen vitiligo.
• Support groups: Connecting with others who understand vitiligo can be emotionally uplifting.
• Photochemotherapy (PUVA): This combines psoralen medication with ultraviolet A light therapy to stimulate pigment production
• Surgical Procedures: In some cases, skin grafting or cell suspension transplant may be considered to repigment small areas
• Depigmentation:If widespread vitiligo affects most of your body, evening out skin tone by depigmenting remaining pigmented areas may be an option.
