Vitiligo On Face

Vitiligo on face is a condition that causes depigmented patches on the skin. The patches are usually irregular in shape and size and often come with redness. It is not contagious. There are treatments that can be used to lighten the skin or make it match the color of the surrounding skin but they only work for some patients

A person might develop vitiligo on the face if he or she has one of these risk factors: family history, autoimmune disorder, pregnancy, menopause, stress or other emotional trauma (such as an accident), thyroid disease such as Grave’s disease or Hashimoto’s disease; medication side effects; genetics (a gene mutation); previous cancer treatment such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy drugs.

Why Welling Homeopathy Medicines for Vitiligo on Face?

• Our custom-made Homeopathy medicines for Vitiligo has helped 18,230 patients,
• Our CUREplus Homeopathy treatment for Vitiligo has cured the most widespread vitiligo of even longer duration,
• The treatment is non-steroidal, with no creams and no locations. Just natural Homeopathy medicines custom-made for you for faster recovery,
• Usually, we see treatment results within 12-18 months, complete treatment may need more time,
• The fastest and the safest way to permanently halt new spots and reverse skin discoloration due to Vitiligo.

Call +91 8080 850 950 to book an appointment or to consult and order online. Consult our specialists today for a detailed evaluation and to start your customized Homeopathy medicines for Vitiligo.

What is Vitiligo?

Vitiligo is a condition characterized by depigmented skin patches on the face. The patches are usually irregular in shape and size and often come with redness. It is not contagious. There are treatments that can be used to lighten the skin or make it match the color of surrounding skin but they only work for some patients. Right homeopathy treatment for vitiligo on the face is guaranteed to work.

How Does it Affect Your Appearance?

Vitiligo causes white patches or blotches on your skin. These patches are due to the loss of melanin, which is the pigment that gives your skin color. Vitiligo can affect any part of your body, but it most often starts in areas where you have hair, such as on your hands, face, and neck. Vitiligo has a genetic link and is more common in people with darker skin tones. What treatments can help?

There are a number of treatments that have proven helpful in improving the appearance of vitiligo. The effectiveness varies from person to person, so you may need to try different options before finding one that works for you.

Signs and Symptoms of Vitiligo On Face

Patches of the skin appear without any color. The patches are usually irregular in shape and size and are often accompanied by redness. Vitiligo is not contagious. However, it is possible that your condition may worsen if you come into contact with someone with vitiligo.

In addition to the facial skin problem, the hair and nails on the affected part of the body also become paler. Because there are few pigment cells in them, they are easier to notice changes in color. While the skin may become paler, the hair and nails will not fall out once the pigment cells are destroyed.

Partial or complete loss of skin color is the main symptom of vitiligo. In most cases, a specific patch on your face, also known as spotty depigmentation, will appear first if you have vitiligo. The area affected by vitiligo might spread over time to include other areas of your body including parts of your arms and legs, hands and feet. If you develop vitiligo while growing up under stress such as feeling inferior in school, working too hard or being traumatized by bullying at work or home, then it will be more difficult for you to get rid of this disease. Of course, not all cases of vitiligo on face are the same. Some patients experience complete loss of pigment in their skin and hair. Others see only a few patches of depigmentation while other parts remain unaffected. In some people, the color of their eyes might also be affected by vitiligo. Your doctor will need to examine your eyes so that he or she can determine if you suffer from this condition or not.

In most cases, there are no symptoms associated with vitiligo when it occurs with exact precision such as a single patch on a specific part of your body like face and arms. However, there can be symptoms even in those without spots on their skin but who still have depigmentation issues caused by the

Prognosis For Vitiligo On Face

Vitiligo is usually not a life-threatening condition and does not affect general health. Affected people, however, may experience psychological distress because of the social stigma that some cultures associate with depigmented skin. If vitiligo covers an area of skin that’s exposed to UV light (like the hands or face), it could lead to sunburns and an increased risk of skin cancer.

Conventional Treatment for Vitiligo on Face

Treatment options for Vitiligo include intense pulsed light therapy, skin grafts, and medications. Suiting the former, intense pulsed light therapy (IPL) delivers a short burst of high-intensity broad-spectrum light into the skin. It works by triggering a process called melanogenesis (the production of melanin) in the remaining pigmented cells in your body, thereby camouflaging the depigmented spots.

The treatment is done on affected areas once every two weeks for up to six months and then twice or three times per year at regular intervals thereafter to maintain its benefits.

Although IPL can result in the regrowth of color as early as after six weeks, you may have to wait for about one year before seeing substantial results. This means you will need to be patient and persistent with this treatment option. But when combined with

Homeopathy Medicines for Vitiligo on Face

One of the homeopathic remedies that can provide relief from Vitiligo is Thuja. Thuja belongs to the group of medicines used in treating skin disorders such as Vitiligo. In some cases, Thuja’s potency might be increased.

Some doctors also prescribe a combination of homeopathy medicines. One such regimen includes the following: Sulfur 12X, Arsenicum Album 200C, Natrum Muriaticum 30C and Thuja Occidentalis 200C for three months as a start. Let your Homeopathy doctor decide whats best for you.

Living with vitiligo

At first, living with vitiligo may seem like a frightening situation. Not only do you have to deal with the psychological distress of having depigmented skin but also the social stigma associated with it. You may not feel confident about your appearance and therefore be worried about how people will react to you or what they will think of you. For this reason, many vitiligo patients tend to wear clothing that can cover their skin when they are outside in public. It is important, however, that you talk to your doctor before starting any treatment. For example, some treatments can cause an intense sunburn if applied on areas exposed to UV light (like the hands or face).

It’s also important to take care of your condition so that it doesn’t get worse. Make sure your skin is properly moisturized since dehydration and dry skin can make the spots look even more noticeable. You should also wear long sleeves to protect your skin from being exposed to UV light when you’re outside in the sun. Additional treatment options for vitiligo on face include diet and lifestyle changes, including taking vitamins that boost the production of melanin.

Call +91 8080 850 950 to book an appointment or to consult and order online. Consult our specialists today for a detailed evaluation and to start your customized Homeopathy treatment for vitiligo on face.

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Vitiligo on the Face treatment at Welling Homeopathy, Mumbai

You can consult Dr. Sourabh Welling, M.D., Dr. Shambhavi Welling and the senior specialists of Welling Homeopathy at our Mumbai clinics, or consult online from anywhere in India and abroad. Our specialists begin with a detailed case-taking so that your treatment is custom-made for you. See the Contact page for current clinic addresses and hours, or call +91 8080 850 950.

Vitiligo on the Face: more questions answered

1. Why does vitiligo often start on the face and lips?

Facial skin is exposed to sun and friction, and lips are a common first site in non-segmental vitiligo.

2. What is the homeopathic approach to vitiligo on the face?

Homeopathic treatment is individualised: after detailed case-taking, a plan is made for you alongside any treatment your doctor advises. Please do not stop or change any prescribed medicine (such as steroid creams or tablets) on your own; discuss any change with the doctor who prescribed it.

3. Who is the best homeopathy doctor for vitiligo on the face in Mumbai?

Dr. Sourabh Welling, M.D., founder of Welling Homeopathy, Mumbai, who has over 25 years of experience, and Dr. Shambhavi Welling, who leads skin and hair care, treat vitiligo on the face with individualised homeopathic care, together with a team of senior specialists. You can consult them at our Mumbai clinics or online.