White patches on skin ( vitiligo)

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Doctor ,i have white patch on my right wrist, one at chest that resulted after a cut, and on foot of both legs that had been from years but are light. I am going through ayurvedic treatment as I heard that allopathic treatment for long period might affect liver . I have anaemia , I do not have thyroid. The treatment isn't creating any difference

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist 17 yrs exp Mumbai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi

Dermatologist 17 yrs exp Mumbai

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It is not true that liver will be affected. Phototherapy can be done with tablets and also creams. If you don't want tablets, only cream can be applied and phototherapy can be started which may give you good response in vitiligo. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination and treatment advice.

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