Having symptoms of Vitiligo? Worry no more. Consult our dermatologists at AKJ Skin and Laser Centre today!
Vitiligo is a condition that causes loss of colour on the skin in patches when melanin-producing cells die or stop functioning. The treatment for this skin condition aims to restore the normal skin tone with Phototherapy, a form of light therapy.
Phototherapy can reduce the appearance of extensive vitiligo patches that have become depigmented after topical treatments like steroids have failed. Psoralen and ultraviolet light therapy (PUVA) combines UV light and Psoralen, a topical medication, to restore skin colour. One should note that Vitiligo treatments cannot control the advancement of the condition, nor can they always give permanent results.
AKJ Skin and Laser Centre in Vannarpettai, Tirunelveli, offers some of the best treatment options for Vitiligo. Our medically-approved treatments are performed under the guidance of Dr Selvam and Dr Nirmala, who have extensive experience of 20 years in Dermatology, having treated hundreds of patients across India. They are pioneers in bringing high-quality laser treatment to South India.
To start, our dermatologists will examine the affected areas of your body and discuss any prior treatments and efforts you have made to treat Vitiligo. After an extensive examination and discussion, your doctor will recommend a course of treatment based on:
During Phototherapy, the affected areas are exposed to ultraviolet light. Many skin conditions can be treated with narrow-band UVB therapy including Vitiligo. Phototherapy treatments can generally be administered up to three times a week, depending on your skin type and the severity of your Vitiligo.
Besides Phototherapy, light therapy is now considered the gold standard of treatment for Vitiligo, covering more than 20% of the body. This process effectively reduces the patches on the hands, legs, face, and torso.
It is best to weigh your options before booking yourself for Vitiligo treatment. Please feel free to talk to our dermatologists at our clinic in Tirunelveli for further clarification.
On your part, you should provide your doctor with the following information:
You may experience increased sensitivity to UV light if you take certain medications, such as retinoids, antibiotics, cancer medications, etc., making you more vulnerable to Vitiligo.
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Yes, Vitiligo can affect any person of any age or gender. The onset of vitiligo patches often begins before the age of 20. Unfortunately, till date, the reasons for this skin condition remain unknown.
If left untreated, the patches can spread all over the body. There is little chance of the patches disappearing or shrinking after that point.
To diagnose Vitiligo, the doctor will review your family history, perform a physical examination, and conduct a few clinical tests.
Vitiligo initially manifests in the form of skin discolouration. Other telltale signs of the condition include loss of skin colour in the scalp, eyelashes, hair, the oral cavity, and even eyeballs.
Fortunately, Vitiligo is not a contagious disease.
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