Can vitiligo be cured?

No: We don't fully understand the pathophysiology of vitiligo. It is considered an autoimmune disorder, and sometimes associated with systemic autoimmune conditions. Treatment that are modestly successful all relate to suppressing the immune system in the skin, such as cortisone creams, steroid-sparing immunomodulators and uv therapy. Some people undergo punch grafts, but with modest success.

Not at this time: We currently have to treatment for it.

No: There is no known cure for vitiligo.

Yes: It resolves on its own about 1/3 of the time. When it doesn't go away, it can often be treated and made to go away. Using a variety of topical treatments with or without narrowband uvb or excimer laser, i can usually get it to go away for about 2/3 of my patients.

Vitiligo: Medical treatment for vitiligo isn't always necessary. For some, skin color returns without treatment. Using sunscreen and applying cosmetic camouflage cream, may improve the appearance of your skin. For fair-skinned individuals, avoiding tanning can make the areas almost unnoticeable. Medical treatments for vitiligo aim to even out skin tone, either by restoring color (pigment).

Controlled not cured: It cannot be cured, but every effort is made to control it. It is your body reacting to itself. Good luck!