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Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a pigmentation disorder. Melanocytes
are the cells that make pigment, which creates color in the skin, the
mucous membranes and the retina. In patients with vitiligo, these
cells are destroyed. Between two and five million Americans have
vitiligo. Physical symptoms include white patches of skin or
whitened hair (depigmentation) on the affected areas of the body.
Patients may first notice patches on the skin, particularly in the
sun-exposed ears. When depigmentation occurs on just a few areas,
it is called focal pattern. When it occurs on one side of the body
exclusively, it is called segmental patterning. For most vitiligo
patients however, a generalized pattern develops in various of the
body. Premature graying may also occur.
The goal for treating vitiligo is to restore the
function of the skin and to improve the patient's appearance.
Therapy for vitiligo takes a long time - it usually must be continued
for 6 - 18 months. The choice of therapy depends on the number of
white patches and how widespread they are and on the patient's
preference for treatment.
P.S. - The cause of vitiligo is unknown.
By Sam A. Khair, M.D.
Eagles Landing Family Practice
145 Eagle's Walk, Suite A, Stockbridge, GA (770)389-3855
3758 Hwy. 42 S., Locust Grove, GA (770)957-3700
50 Kelly Road, McDonough, GA (770)957-1887
1058 Bear Creek Blvd., Hampton, GA (770)707-0808
211 Fairview Road, Ellenwood, GA (770)507-4554
Womens Center - 649 Jonesboro Road, McDonough, GA (678)432-6161
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