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how can i get rid of some vitiligo spots
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A dermatologist...: ...Has several treatment options at his/her disposal. But be advised that vitiligo is difficult to treat, and sometimes does not respond to treatment ... Read More
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Not easy: Vitiligo is considered an autoimmune disorder and may be difficult to stop. Phototherapy (UVB-NB) may be effective for some people .
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Vitiligo: Unfortunately, there is no cure for vitiligo. There are many cosmetic products which can be formulated to match your skin tone to cover the color dif ... Read More
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Unlikely: There are various causes for vitiligo: autoimmune, genetic, oxidative stress, neural, or viral causes, and some chemicals Sometimes steroids and UV li ... Read More
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Vitiligo: Really should see a dermatologist for all options. Many included topicals versus actual tattooing to darken the skin.
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Difficult: I don't mean to discourage you, rather to protect you against wrong advice that a certain diet can help your condition, as for medicines, only dermato ... Read More
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No miracles.: Protopic ointment daily is the best initial treatment.
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Vitiligo: Please do online and look up "vitiligo". There are many articles on the topic but please focus first on the one from the Mayo Clinic.
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Wait: Until you stop breast feeding. The safety of many creams and ointments is unknown. Is there an underlying reason for your vitiligo? Try to accept it a ... Read More
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NB UVB: It really depends on how much total energy you have received over time. Nb uvb is very safe but there are definite risks with prolonged exposure. Ask ... Read More
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