Vitiligo is also known as leucoderma. It is an autoimmune disease, although its exact cause remains shrouded in mystery as does it’s cure. For now, only its symptoms which are depigmentation of the skin – which results in white patches, can be controlled. Basically the skin looses it`s normal color. This is due to destruction of the melanin cells. The causes are thought to be linked to other autoimmune diseases, genetics or hormonal reasons. It usually starts as a single spot and gradually grows in size and number. It can present with a single or several spots on limbs or abdomen or back and then spreading to other parts of the body.
The treatment of Vitiligo involves a long procedure. In some cases treatment helps stop the spread of de-pigmentation and may bring back the pigmentation in some cases. But mostly it can just stabilize the spreading of the patches, so that more don`t occur. To pigmentation where the Vitiligo is stable and does not spread various dermato-surgical techniques are used.
One of which is laser treatment for Vitiligo. This is also known as PUVA – psoralen, a light-sensitizing medication that helps enhance skin pigmentation. A compound of psoralen, which is an oral and external application, is also given to the patient. The white patches or areas of the skin which have lost pigment are exposed to UVA light for a specific period of time.
Laser treatment is the latest, effective and the quickest treatment currently available. Many patients who suffer from Vitiligo find laser treatments for efficient than other treatments. It is also more convenient as it does not involve any surgeries, such as skin grafting etc.
This treatment involves the use of excimer laser and a special fiber optic device which assists in focusing the beam of light on the area affected by Vitiligo. It concentrates the light on the specific area keeping under consideration the intensity of light that it is enough to effectively treat the area without risking over exposure to ultraviolet rays.
It works by stimulating the melanocytes, which are the cells responsible for the color of our skin. When these cells have been stimulated, they begin to start the production of melanin. This is the color given to the skin. This process helps in re-pigmentation of the skin tries to remove the white patches.
As laser therapy is the latest treatment so it is quite expensive. Thus it is very important that patients speak to their doctors clearly about what kind of treatment is best for their situation and condition.
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I have vitiligo problem from 5years i am not see am havng problems at family so i want go fr laser treatment after laser treatment how many days it take cover those patches
White patch usually start with single spot and gradually grows in size and number. White patch surgery helps to stop the spread of de-pigmentation and bring back pigmentation. If you’re looking for white patches removal treatment then COSMETIC SURGERY is the best option for you.
Hi,
I have white patches on my hand and legs. Is there anything which can cure these completely. I have had many treatments without any success. Thank You.
I have White spot on my stomach left side its came for me on 5 year age. Nw my age is 26.So which treatment is best and recovering fastest treatment please tell me.
Thanks for sharing this post us. I have got to know about vitiligo. keep Posting.