What is Vitiligo and Advancements in Vitiligo Laser Treatment

Vitiligo is a type of skin condition that causes the skin to lose its pigmentation. It can occur in any part of the skin. It’s not as contiguous as most people think.

What is Vitiligo? and Causes of Vitiligo?

Vitiligo occurs when there is a lack of melanin, (a pigment that gives color to the skin, hair, and eyes of humans and animals). This results in patches of lighter skin than the surrounding natural skin tone. Vitiligo is more noticeable in individuals with darker skin tones.

Vitiligo can affect any part of the body. It mainly occurs around the neck, shoulders, and face. If vitiligo appears on a skin area with hair, the hair loses its pigment and can turn white or silver. The exact cause of vitiligo is unknown but; it is a long-lasting (chronic) autoimmune disorder that causes the skin to lose its pigment color.

The white patches increase over time and it is very noticeable in age groups of 10–30 years. Though it is a rare condition, it still needs treatment and the common treatments include

• Sun protection
• Cosmetic camouflage such as makeup and skin tattoos
• Medications that help depigment the skin
• Light therapy such as narrowband phototherapy and PUVA therapy.
• Treatment of the underlying cause
• Surgery to remove the pigmented skin and use grafts to cover the affected area.

Vitiligo Treatment in India

Vitiligo can be treated in many ways. Vitiligo laser treatment cost in India mainly varies by the type of treatment used. Topical treatments are priced minimally whereas a phototherapy treatment might cost a few thousand.

The price of vitiligo laser treatment is less than the surgical option but more than topical. This cost of treatment also varies by the number of white patches and the extent of the condition.

The surgeon’s experience matters the most for the right and successful treatment. The vitiligo laser surgery treatment cost is also calculated based on the per square inch of the area treated.

Since the treatment is done in many sessions you can talk to your doctor about payment plans to be a lump sum or session-wise. The main goal of the treatment is to help the patient achieve a confident life and even skin tone.

Vitiligo can sometimes cause other problems. Because of a lack of melanin, your skin will be more vulnerable to the effects of the sun. Make sure you use a strong sunscreen to avoid sunburn. Problems with confidence and self-esteem are common in people with vitiligo, Particularly if it affects areas of skin that are frequently exposed.

I am Viraj a skin care enthusiastic learn more about < a href="https://www.theestheticclinic.com/skin/problem-skin-hair/acne.html">acne treatment in Mumbai and skin care tips and routine.