Is there any successful treatment for vitiligo?

Is there any successful treatment for vitiligo?

No drug can stop the process of vitiligo — the loss of pigment cells (melanocytes). But some drugs, used alone, in combination or with light therapy, can help restore some skin tone. Drugs that control inflammation. Applying a corticosteroid cream to affected skin might return color.

What is the best treatment for vitiligo in India?

Treatment options for Vitiligo

  • Medication.
  • Phototherapy- ultraviolet A (UVA) or UVB light.
  • Laser Therapy.
  • Surgery- Skin grafts and Tattooing.

Can Ayurveda cure vitiligo completely?

As on date no effective treatment is available for Vitiligo and use of steroids is often sought out medicament for Vitiligo. Indian traditional system of medicine collectively called AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani Siddha and Homeopathy) has enormous claims on having effective treatment for Vitiligo.

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Which cream is best for vitiligo in India?

It works as excellent therapy for Vitiligo/Leukoderma….barphani Anti Vitiligo/Leukoderma Cream (50 g)

Model Name Anti Vitiligo/Leukoderma Cream
Treatment Type Vitiligo Treatment, Leukoderma Treatment, Treatment for White Patches on skin
Container Type Laminated Tubes
Sales Package 1 Cream Tube
Treatment Kit No

How to choose a doctor for the treatment of vitiligo (leucoderma)?

Find what experience your doctor has in the treatment of vitiligo (Leucoderma). It is necessary that your doctor must have treated at least 50 or more cases for a good length of time, in order that the doctor has good clinical experience about the behavior of vitiligo. Please ask your doctor about the scope of treatment in your case.

What is the best alternative treatment for vitiligo?

Alternative medicine. Limited studies show that the herb Ginkgo biloba may return skin color in people with vitiligo. Other small studies show that alpha-lipoic acid, folic acid, vitamin C and vitamin B-12 plus phototherapy may restore skin color for some people.

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What are the risks of vitiligo laser treatment?

In this procedure, your doctor transfers very small sections of your healthy, pigmented skin to areas that have lost pigment. This procedure is sometimes used if you have small patches of vitiligo. Possible risks include infection, scarring, a cobblestone appearance, spotty color and failure of the area to recolor.

Is visualvitiligo an autoimmune disease?

Vitiligo is sometimes associated with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Vitiligo is an acquired disease characterized by skin depigmentation due to destruction or malfunction of melanocytes (cells that produce melanin). Vitiligo is prevalent worldwide.