Vitiligo

A new disease profile is added to our database – Vitiligo. Vitiligo is a specific type of leukoderma characterized by depigmentation of the epidermis. Occasionally, the loss of melanin (ie, hypopigmentation) is partial. It is an acquired progressive disorder in which some or all of the melanocytes in the interfollicular epidermis, and occasionally those in the hair follicles, are selectively destroyed. Vitiligo is relatively frequent, with a rate of 1-2%. About 30% of cases occur with a familial clustering of cases. No sex-related difference in prevalence is reported. Vitiligo may appear at any time from birth to senescence, though the onset is most commonly observed in persons aged 10-30 years. It rarely is seen in infancy or old age. To receive a full description of this disease absolutely free of charge, please click here and send us a request. The profile was written by our consultant in dermatology – Prof. Dr. Krasimira Chudomirova, MD, PhD.