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Father of my 26 years old daughter-in-law has vitiligo. Recently she have noticed a white patch on her back. Kindly suggest

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Sir, recently I got my son married to a girl whose father is vitiligo. We had not gone in detail but the girl (now my daughter in law) seemingly have no signs so far. I was ignorant previously. After his marriage I come to understand that vitiligo is hereditary. Kindly tell me what are the chances of my daughter in law getting a victim of vitiligo

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It is not necessary that a person who has history of vitiligo in the family to surely develop vitiligo. So please stop thinking about something you have no control over. There are no tests to find out ...  Read More

Hi, my mom has vitiligo. Im completely normal. Im planning to get married this year. Whats are the chances of my kids getting vitiligo? Is it hereditary?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Please explain whether it is hereditary or not, in case yes how it is passed on and any cure if possible. Any chance of recovery.

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Every illnesses whether mental or physical ve some heritability. The extent of heritability depends on various factors. Healthy lifestyle is d only way to avoid such illnesses. Contact ur doctor if ...  Read More

My paternal grandfather and all his siblings had heart problems.they all died at young age.my paternal grandmother also had heart problems.so is it hereditary or genetic?...is it risky for me?...iam scared

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What was the heart problem. It can be genetic.Can be risky. ...  Read More

My paternal grandfather and his siblings died of heart attack at young age .and my paternal grandmother had hole in her heart.does it pose a risk?...can all this be hereditary?...iam worried

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Can be heriditary ...  Read More

Both my parents had cancer, and we lost them because of this disease. Are there any precautions that me and my brother should take? Is cancer hereditary?

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My paternal grandfather and his siblings all died at young age due to heart attack.my paternal grandmother had hole in her heart.are those problems genetic or hereditary?iam scared

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It can be genetic. What was the problem they had. ...  Read More

Hi I have got one marriage proposal..girls mom has bloodlines problem which is hereditary. Her mother and mama got this problem.Is there any chance that problem to show in my family after marriage?

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Mother and mama got it from paternal side or maternal side. ...  Read More

My paternal grandfather and all his siblings had heart problems,all died in young age.my paternal grandmother had heart problem.so can it be genetic or hereditary?...should it be a cause of concern for me? should I get myself examined?

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Can cardiac problems do run in families, get evaluated by cardiologist ...  Read More

I did melancocyte transplantation 4 momths ago but still my vitiligo is not curing. i had it done on my eyelids and feet

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I was in Kolkata and was taking phototherapy for my vitiligo, currently I have moved to Noida. And I need to take phototherapy, as the patches are spreading rapidly, if anyone knows where to get full body puva therapy, please suggest.

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ...  Read More

Hi am 31 year male. My MOTHER is having VITILIGO from her childhood ( from age 8 ). I didn't develop symptoms till now. I had 10 CO2 laser sessions and subcision sessions from Acne scar treatment. 60 percent improvement I can see. Now, Doctor is advising to try DERMAPEN treatment for scars as it is very advanced. Will it causes any issue to my skin

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

I am 28 yrs I have been taking medicines from the beginning last year I stopped the treatment including steroids and sun exposure In the last one year my vitiligo spread severely and I lost all my confidence as I had 25% viti but after stopping the treatment it became 70% on my body I started the treatment again and now it's stable and 50% or les

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ...  Read More

I have vitiligo patches in my hand fingers, which looks bad, pls suggest what can be done to fix the ailment.

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

I have multiple tiny spots on my arms, legs, back, breasts and right buttock. So I wanted to know if it's vitiligo?

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

58 Yo | F | been on statins | Non-smoker | 121 lbs My mother has this white patch on her upper left shoulder for almost 6 months. It started off big, but has shrunk in size in the last month. We are going in for a derma appointment this week. Just preparing for the worst, could this be Vitiligo?

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

I have vitiligo on my left leg only and it is decreasing by medications and phototherapy , for the past 4 5 months I was not taking phototherapy and now some new patches are forming on my left leg . I am now consuming medicine applying tacrolimus ointment cream on white spots and taking sunlight but the black skin colour is not coming on white spot

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Kindly share photos As vitiligo is benign , harmless condition and can be controlled with medicine do not worry There are many treatment options available Contact for online consultation ...  Read More

Should we take homoepathy medicines for vitiligo as it seems that there is no permanent Cure in Allopathy?? Or Ayurveda is better

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Cute is available for vitiligo It depends on area involved, ahe etc Take proper consultation ...  Read More

She got vitiligo after the age of 55 but after taking allopathic medicines and some injections instead of any recovery it spread even faster all over her body. Are there high chances of me or my husband also to get this disease in old age or anytime?

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Yes we can help you about the diseases facts and concerns ...  Read More

Hi. I am 37 years old...I am suffering from vitiligo for last 12 years...and I am already under allopathic treatment since then...I am taking my oral medicines regularly and using my ointments on patches regularly but my patches is not stable since now. I am also taking immune suppression medicine in Good doses but no positive response. Now I wan

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Hello, Thank you for explaining your condition in detail. I understand how difficult it can be to deal with Vitiligo for such a long time, especially when you have been taking regular treatment but st ...  Read More

Hi. My queries are as follows; (1)I want to know ,if there is any role of Vit B12 in color formation in case of vitiligo? (2)Apart from Vit B12 what are others vitamins that play vital role in color formation in case of vitiligo?? (3) Pls share brand names of vit B12 tablets? (4) Is vit B12, cobalamin and Methylcobalamin same?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi my sister is suffering from vitiligo during her pregnancy.we confused abt treatment.can anyone plz tell me what kind of treatment is suitable for her

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have suddenly developed white patches under my eyes, it looks like Vitiligo but a doctor said it could also be Post Inflammatory Hypopigmentation. I also have a history of scalp psoriasis and it's been coming on and off for a long time. There is no itching or irritation on the white patches and they feel smoother and lighter when I touch it com

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi I saw a patch on right leg is this vitiligo I'm worried ?

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It could be igh or vitiligo. Consult dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis. Treatment can be planned accordingly. ...  Read More

Is this vitiligo ??? I saw this on my cheek i have circled it please do check and say what is this???

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Key features of a vitiligo patch: Color: Milky white or chalk-white. Borders: Usually well-defined; may be smooth or irregular. Shape: Often round, oval, or map-like. Surface: Normal texture (not rais ...  Read More

Is this thing vitiligo ?? I saw it there on my cheek ?? I am not able to underatand please say is it vitiligo ???

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Tacrotor 0.1% for vitiligo oitment, since corona injection i suffer vitiligo, so please suggest tacrotor oitment

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello My age is 38 years. I have vitiligo problem since last 20 years Nov 2024 I delivered my baby at time of discharge proscribed me calcium tablet veba plus. And ferrofit at night once in day 3 month During this 3 month I notice my vitiligo patches disappear because of i consume tablet veba plus in containe of zinc and copper for malenian synta

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have had vitiligo for over 15 years, took medicine over a long period of time and slight control for new patches but couldn't recover completely. Now I have not taken any medicine for more than 2 years and observed a few new patches behind the ear one side only. A few old patches are still there since more than 8-10 ears (Groin area having dia o

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

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