Sunlight can cause pigmentation even in normal people, something commonly known as tanning. This basic quality of sunlight is frequently exploited in treating vitiligo when it is combined with concurrent treatment. A number of physicians prescribe sun exposure in combination with medicines like Protopic/Elidel or topical steroids for vitiligo. PUVA-Sol is another technique where sunlight [...]
The term “vitiligo” has been derived from the Latin word “vitelius” which means calf. This term was first used by a Roman physician named Celsus in the 2nd century A.D. Vitiligo has long been confused with leprosy but the earliest information regarding this disease has been obtained from “Tarikh-e-tibbe-iran” during the period of Aushooryan (2200 [...]
One should have sufficient knowledge about skin type to take the right decision about proper skin treatment that suits one’s particular needs. The initial skin type is determined genetically. Skin types are classified based on the reaction of UV radiations on the skin. Different people are differently susceptible to sun induced skin damage. There are [...]
Overexposure to sun can be harmful and can cause skin cancer. Harmful UV rays from the sun are the main cause of skin cancer. The risk of skin cancer depends on the skin type and its color. People with very fair complexion are highly sensitive to UV and this puts them to an increased risk [...]
Change in appearance caused by Vitiligo causes psychological distress. People with this order can suffer from emotional stress especially if it develops on visible areas of the body such as face, hand, feet, neck and arms. So they try to find ways for hiding Vitiligo which offers them a simple route to confidence and independence. [...]
