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Vitiligo Book

Guide on Types, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

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Written by: Karl White
Narrated by: Derik Hendrickson
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Can you stop the spread of vitiligo?

What is the latest treatment for vitiligo?

In this guide, Karl White writes about: types, symptoms, causes, and treatment. All you need to know about it!

Psychosomatic and Genetic Causes

What causes vitiligo genetics?

It sometimes "runs in families", suggesting that genetics may play a role. People with vitiligo often report that its onset was related to a specific triggering event, such as injury, illness, sunburn, emotional stress, or pregnancy. However, there are currently no data supporting that these factors cause vitiligo.

Natural Cures for Vitiligo: How to Treat White Spots

The exact cause of this skin condition is still unknown, but experts believe that it can be due to an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system itself attacks the melanin-producing cells.

Other causes that may contribute to this problem are vitamin B12 deficiency, genetic predisposition, excessive stress, and overexposure to sun rays. It can also be caused by superficial fungal infections like eczema, tinea versicolor, psoriasis, or other skin conditions. Irrespective of the cause, the problem causes embarrassment and kills your self-confidence. But don’t lose heart as there are home remedies to solve this problem.

Guidance and Support for Parents Having Children with Vitiligo

An estimated one million to two million people in the US live with vitiligo - more than half of whom are children and teenagers. While vitiligo is not dangerous to a child’s health, it can be distressing for children and teens to feel “different” from their peers.

Understanding the unique needs of children and teenagers can help them feel confident and comfortable in their skin.

In this guide, you’ll learn:

Causes

Prognosis and Complications

Diagnosis

Psychosomatic and Genetic Causes

Types of Vitiligo

Difference Between Vitiligo and Pityriasis

Diseases Associated with Vitiligo

Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

Celiac Disease

Type 1 Diabetes

Atrophic Gastritis

The Koebner Phenomenon

Oxidative Stress

The Therapies

The Self-Transplantation of Melanocytes

PVA and UVB Therapies

Natural Cures for Vitiligo: How to Treat White Spots

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Vitiligo in Children

And Much, Much More!

©2021 White (P)2021 White
Alternative & Complementary Medicine Heartfelt
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decent intro to what vitiligo is

Is was decent overall. I already knew most of what was said but I imagine for those who are completely ignorant about Vitiligo and are struggling with it could find some benefit from this book. I would suggest this book particularly to parents who are ignorant available and have a child that has just been diagnosed.

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