Vitiligo is a pigmentation disorder wherein cells that make pigment (melanocytes) in the skin are destroyed. Owing to this, white patches start appearing on the skin in different parts of the body. The same patches also appear on the mucous membranes (tissues which line the inner part of the mouth and nose) as well as the retina (inner layer of the eyeball).

Symptoms of Vitiligo

People having vitiligo can visually see white patches on their skin which are mostly found in areas where body is exposed to the sun, including hands, feet, arms, face, and lips. The other parts of the body where white patches can appear are the groin and armpits, and near the mouth, nostrils, navel, genitals and rectum.

Vitiligo usually appears in one of the following three patterns:

Focal pattern — depigmentation limited to one or only a few areas

Segmental pattern — depigmented patches that develop on one side of the body

Generalized pattern — the most common pattern. Depigmentation occurs symmetrically on both sides of the body.

Treatment

Vitiligo is a condition which requires an in-depth study of the individual case and only Constitutional Homeopathic treatment can help. The duration and success of treatment depends on extend of the patches and the duration of the illness. Big patches require more days whereas small spots yield faster. Treating Vitiligo is a long process and may require more time to cure it completely.