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Skin Problems - Vitiligo |
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What is Vitiligo? Vitiligo is a disease of unknown origin that causes destruction of melanocytes (pigmentation) in the skin, mucous membranes, the eyes, and occasionally in hairbulbs and in the ears. The loss of melanocytes alters both structure and function of these organs. The primary goal of therapy is to restore melanocytes to the skin so that the epidermis has a normal form and structure. Whilst there is little research relating to natural remedies and alternative therapies and the problem of vitiligo, there are some very encouraging studies that have shown that this condition can be successfully overcome and that repigmented skin regains its normal immune/inflammatory functions.
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