Causes and treatment options of vitiligo

Causes and treatment options of vitiligo

Vitiligo
February 29, 2020 , Last updated: August 21, 2024

Do you wonder why there are white spots on your skin? Why this unusual discoloration? It probably is vitiligo. Vitiligo refers to a common skin depigmentation condition that causes the skin to lose its colour or pigment known as melanin. Studies show that the prevalence of this disease is a minimum of 0.5% and could be as high as 2% worldwide.

Causes

There is no conclusive proof as to what the primary cause of vitiligo might be. Experts say that vitiligo is the combination of 3 factors: genetics, immune and triggering factors.

Genetics plays an important role in the development of vitiligo disease with 20% of the patients claiming the disorder exists in one or more of their relatives.

It is also believed that vitiligo is highly associated with triggering factors like hormonal changes, viruses, interaction with industrial chemicals, psychological distress, among others.

Common trauma to the skin is considered as another major factor wherein high pressure on the skin via washing, tight clothes, or friction from wearing accessories could lead to vitiligo

Substantial research is being undertaken to narrow down an exact cause of the skin whitening disease. Researchers all around the globe are looking into other possible causes like the involvement of proteins and the impact of nitric acid.

Conventional treatments

Depending upon the extent of these patches, there are a variety of treatment options. The most common type of treatment is vitiligo creams. Topical creams are applied directly on the patches and act as immunosuppressants. When the extent is large, oral steroids are given to the patient. Possible side effects include inflammation and long lines on your skin.

Another method is the UV phototherapy wherein skin diseases are treated with a special type of light. Side effects of this technique include dryness, itchy skin and in some cases, severe sunburn.

There is also something called as skin bleaching in which certain chemicals are used to reduce the concentration of melanin in your skin thereby matching the colour of your spots. Of course, this could lead to unevenness in the skin color if the dosage is not proper.

You could always go for surgical procedures like skin grafting which involves removing a part of your skin. Needless to say, this is a painful process and very expensive. Also if it goes wrong, it will leave stretch marks all over. Whichever vitiligo treatment you choose, application of sunscreens is highly advisable to avoid darkening of the skin around the patches and to prevent skin cancer. Obviously, you would not have to worry about any of the said side effects if you just opt for homeopathy.

Vitiligo treatment in homeopathy

Vitiligo treatment in homeopathy treats vitiligo pertaining to a particular individual's symptoms. The non-visible symptoms of vitiligo could very easily be confused with other medical conditions. It is therefore imperative to gauge in the external symptoms with the internal symptoms corresponding to this disease and come up with a tailor-made prescription well-suited to the patient. At Dr Batra's®, eliminating the root cause of vitiligo is of paramount importance so that it does not bother you again. Remedies provided there are made from natural substances and give fruitful results. You will notice your skin coloration return to its previous, normal form. Book an appointment now and see for yourself. It’s worth a shot.

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Bottom line

It is conclusively proven that homeopathic medicine for vitiligo is the best option available. Do what your doctor says; do not use your discretion as things might go horribly wrong. You deserve a healthy, glowing skin and it is totally achievable via homeopathy.

Dr. VINITA GADEKAR
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Dr. VINITA GADEKAR

BHMS

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