Vitiligo is a skin disorder characterized by patches of skin losing their pigment, resulting in irregular white spots or patches. This condition arises when melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing skin pigment (melanin), are destroyed or malfunction.
At New York Cosmetic Skin & Laser Surgery, we specialize in vitiligo treatment, offering a range of advanced solutions:
Beyond its cosmetic manifestation, vitiligo can have deep emotional and psychological implications:
It’s pivotal to acknowledge vitiligo’s deeper impact. At New York Cosmetic Skin & Laser Surgery, with our expertise in vitiligo treatment, we understand the nuances of the condition, ensuring our patients receive the utmost care and support.
Vitiligo, while primarily a cosmetic challenge, has profound psychological effects. For those seeking comprehensive vitiligo treatment in NYC and Long Island, the New York Cosmetic Skin & Laser Surgery Center is committed to providing state-of-the-art care and understanding.
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Vitiligo is a disease that causes loss of skin color in patches. The exact cause is unknown, but it’s believed to be an autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system attacks and destroys melanocytes, the skin cells responsible for producing melanin (the pigment that gives skin its color).
There is no known way to prevent vitiligo. However, avoiding skin trauma and sunburn might reduce the risk of developing new patches in some people.
The exact reasons why vitiligo spreads are not fully understood. Some potential triggers might include:
Vitiligo isn’t especially rare. About 0.5 to 2% of the world’s population is affected by it.
Potential factors that might exacerbate vitiligo include:
UV exposure without protection
Skin trauma
Stress
Certain medications
Vitiligo often starts as small areas of pigment loss that spread and become larger with time. These patches are more common on sun-exposed areas, including the face, hands, and feet. Vitiligo often affects the genital areas including the penis and vagina as well. The patches might remain the same size or expand over time.
There’s no known cure for vitiligo, but treatments can slow or stop the progression of the disease and improve the appearance of the skin. Some treatments include:
Topical corticosteroids
Phototherapy (UVB therapy)
Microskin or tattooing (for small areas)
Skin grafting
Topical calcineurin inhibitors
Cosmetics to camouflage affected areas
Depigmentation of unaffected areas in extensive cases
treatment with JAK inhibitors such as Opzelura
Excimer and Xtract lasers. These lasers emit high intensity UVB light to stimulate the repopulation of melanocytes. These lasers are high effective in bringing the color back as long as there is a reservoir of melanocytes in the hair follicles.
Vitiligo can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or ethnic background. However, it’s more noticeable in people with darker skin tones because of the contrast between unaffected and affected areas.
Vitiligo can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or ethnic background. However, it’s more noticeable in people with darker skin tones because of the contrast between unaffected and affected areas.
There are two main types of vitiligo: segmental and non-segmental.
Non-segmental vitiligo (also known as generalized vitiligo) is the most common type. In this form, the patches of depigmented skin often appear on both sides of the body in a symmetrical pattern. This means that if a patch appears on one elbow, it’s likely to appear on the other elbow as well. Non-segmental vitiligo tends to progress and can become widespread over time.
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