Vitiligo in pregnancy

2021-12-01 10:56:38
Hello. I'm 31 weeks pregnant and developed vitiligo patches on both breast from 3rd month. Should I get it treated now or wait till my delivery and then go to a dermatologist? Is there any treatment to control the spread of Vitiligo and is there any specific diet?
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it is advisable to defer the treatment for vitiligo till delivery if it is not causing any symptoms
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Regular ANCs is advisable
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Balanced diet with nutritional supplements is advisable

Answered2021-12-01 15:32:54

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Apply placentrex cream on patches

Answered2021-12-01 15:02:47

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Consult Dermatologist.

Answered2021-12-01 14:29:35

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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

Answered2021-12-01 14:22:47

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Hey dont ignore your white patches , as it may grow with time and at later stage may become cosmetically unacceptable , but at the same time be careful to take any oral medication for this as it may harm your status of pregnancy . So I will advice you better to consult me now for required treatment and don't delay , may be at this stage , medicated ointments me help and it will improve fully . I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

Answered2021-12-01 13:48:24

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Yes. Provide with photos so that accurate diagnosis can be made and treatment can be given to you accordingly. Pregnancy is a triggering factor for Vitiligo. Discuss in detail so that appropriate treatment can be given to you now.
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Answered2021-12-01 13:21:12

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Kindly discuss for your concern

Answered2021-12-01 13:00:19

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Yes treatment is there...consult dermatologist.

Answered2021-12-01 11:30:00

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Get an opinion from dermatologist

Answered2021-12-01 11:19:42

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