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I was diagnosed with vitiligo. it is in early stage but spots appear everyday. can i use ginkgo or alpha lipoic acid to stop progression? i'm pregnant
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NO NO: Neither of these will be of any benefit for anything. You are foolish to use these, especially during pregnancy. Topical steroid cream is safe to use during pregnancy and MAY reverse vitiligo. If you have a significant emotional problem with vitiligo you can use cover-up cream or skin dye. See a dermatologist for best results.
Answered 4/7/2017
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