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Vitiligo: Understanding the skin condition that’s more common than you think
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Vitiligo is a skin disorder that causes loss of skin colour leading to the development of white patches on the skin. It affects one to two per cent of the population worldwide and can occur at any age but most commonly appears between the age of 10 to 30 years old. The condition is caused by destruction of pigment cells (melanocytes) that results in impaired melanin production. Both environmental and genetic factors play a role in its development. Environmental triggers include physical or emotional stress, exposure to ultraviolet radiation, skin injury or trauma, exposure to certain chemicals, skin-whitening products, or medications. Vitiligo is not contagious or caused by food. Common signs and symptoms include the development of white patches on the skin, which may remain stable or progress to develop new lesions. There are different types of vitiligo, including generalized, focal, segmental, and acrofacial. Risk factors include having a first-degree relative with vitiligo or other autoimmune conditions. People with vitiligo may experience problems such as sunburn, higher incidence of other autoimmune diseases, eye problems, hearing loss, and psychological distress. The condition is starting to be seen as a unique and beautiful part of someone's identity, with more representation in media and fashion. The article emphasizes the need for understanding and acceptance of vitiligo.
#Vitiligo #SkinCondition #Dermatology #AutoimmuneDisease
https://www.sinardaily.my/article/219304/culture/health/vitiligo-understanding-the-skin-condition-thats-more-common-than-you-think
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Vitiligo is a skin disorder that causes loss of skin colour leading to the development of white patches on the skin. It affects one to two per cent of the population worldwide and can occur at any age but most commonly appears between the age of 10 to 30 years old. The condition is caused by destruction of pigment cells (melanocytes) that results in impaired melanin production. Both environmental and genetic factors play a role in its development. Environmental triggers include physical or emotional stress, exposure to ultraviolet radiation, skin injury or trauma, exposure to certain chemicals, skin-whitening products, or medications. Vitiligo is not contagious or caused by food. Common signs and symptoms include the development of white patches on the skin, which may remain stable or progress to develop new lesions. There are different types of vitiligo, including generalized, focal, segmental, and acrofacial. Risk factors include having a first-degree relative with vitiligo or other autoimmune conditions. People with vitiligo may experience problems such as sunburn, higher incidence of other autoimmune diseases, eye problems, hearing loss, and psychological distress. The condition is starting to be seen as a unique and beautiful part of someone's identity, with more representation in media and fashion. The article emphasizes the need for understanding and acceptance of vitiligo.
#Vitiligo #SkinCondition #Dermatology #AutoimmuneDisease
https://www.sinardaily.my/article/219304/culture/health/vitiligo-understanding-the-skin-condition-thats-more-common-than-you-think