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About white spots

2018-06-20 02:30:16
Please explain about vitiligo I want to know What is vitiligo. What happens in vitiligo How is its treatment
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It's a disease which causes the loss of skin colour , It requires a medical diagnosis.

Answered2018-06-20 06:46:32

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It's due to decrease in pigment production.. Consult me private online consultation for treatment details

Answered2018-06-20 02:32:15

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