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I have vertiligo and it can effect your hair, in my experience my hair goes completely white in patches it is a very similar to the white patches you may get on your skin.

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Can vitiligo effect to the baby in womb?

According to American vitiligo research foundation there are a few reported cases of vitiligo present at birth. So according to this statement we can assume that vitiligo can affect a baby in the womb.


How does vitiligo and albinism similar?

No Vitiligo is not related to Albinism.Albinism is of two typesthe whole body including the eyes, the retina, the skin and the hair, all melanin containing areas of the body are involvedaffects the eyes onlyAlbinism is present at birth while Vitiligo is not.Albinism is a stable disorder which does not spread or improve while Vitiligo can progress or improve on its ownFor further information on Vitiligo visit:http://www.antivitiligo.com/vitiligo/albinism-and-vitiligo.html


How does Vitiligo affect the Integumentary System?

Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease and it affects our immune system. It starts producing antibodies which turn against our own body and starts destructing the melanocytes. For more information on vitiligo visit: http://www.vitiligoguide.com/vitiligo/


What is the life expectancy of vitiligo?

Vitiligo itself does not affect life expectancy. It is a non-life threatening skin condition characterized by the loss of skin pigmentation. However, individuals with vitiligo may experience social and psychological challenges that can affect their quality of life.


What does a white eyelash signify in terms of eye health and overall well-being?

A white eyelash can indicate a lack of pigment in the hair follicle, which may be a sign of a condition called vitiligo. Vitiligo is a skin condition where the cells that produce melanin, the pigment that gives skin and hair its color, are destroyed. While vitiligo itself is not harmful to eye health, it may be associated with other autoimmune conditions that can affect overall well-being. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.


Why did Michael Jackson tattoo his eyebrows?

because vitiligo makes your facial hair get lighter to


Will you get vitiligo if your mother has it?

There are 30% chances of you getting vitiligo if your mother has vitiligo.


Can a baby be born with gray hair?

Yes, a baby can be born with gray hair. I was born this way; it's a recessive gene, but it can also be a sign of vitiligo.


Is Michael Jackson white?

no he is not he just has a skin diseise....that made him turn white he is really black


What are the risk factors for skin disease vitiligo?

Vitiligo affects up to 2% of the population, and it is estimated that two to five million Americans have the condition. In most cases, vitiligo develops early in life, between the ages of 10 and 30 years. Ninety-five percent of those affected will develop the disorder before age 40. Both men and women are equally likely to develop vitiligo. Vitiligo may run in families; those with a family history of vitiligo or premature graying of the hair are at increased risk for the development of vitiligo. Other risk factors that increase one's chances of developing vitiligo include havingautoimmune diseases, such as autoimmune thyroid disease (Hashimoto's thyroiditis).


Can vitiligo cause excessive bruising?

No vitiligo does not cause excessive bruising. For more info about vitiligo visit: http://www.vitiligoguide.com/vitiligo/


Did Phil Lewis have a vitiligo?

you mean does he have a vitiligo and no