Can vitiligo be transmitted through blood?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on November 03, 2024
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Vitiligo is primarily caused by factors such as reduced immunity, genetic inheritance, copper deficiency in the body, or localized trauma. This disease is not contagious and cannot be transmitted through blood or by contact with each other. Once diagnosed, it is essential to seek standard treatment, which should include oral and topical medications from a conventional hospital's dermatology department, in conjunction with 308nm excimer laser therapy for quicker results. During treatment, it is also important to exercise regularly to boost the immune system and eat more black foods, such as black rice, black beans, black sesame, wood ear mushrooms, and other mushrooms. Foods rich in vitamin C, such as strawberries, oranges, tomatoes, pineapples, and mangoes, should be consumed in moderation. Maintaining a regulated diet and lifestyle habits can aid in the treatment process.

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Will vitiligo recur after skin grafting?

Vitiligo generally enters a stable phase after which skin grafting is quite effective. The stable phase is typically reached when, after about a year of treatment, there are basically no changes, no worsening or improvement in the condition, which is referred to as the stable phase. Using the method of skin grafting to directly implant melanocytes into the depigmented regions tends to be effective. Generally, after skin grafting, melanin quickly proliferates and extensively covers the depigmented areas. However, the factors causing this disease are quite complex. Some individuals, especially those with lower immunity, might experience recurrence even after a successful graft. Therefore, personal health status and clinical evidence should be considered individually.

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What fruits should not be eaten with vitiligo?

There are many factors that contribute to the formation of vitiligo, mainly related to reduced immunity, family genetics, ketone deficiency in the body, or local trauma. Once it occurs, it is important to consume more dark-colored foods, such as black rice, black beans, black sesame, black mushrooms, and mushrooms. Foods or fruits high in Vitamin C should be avoided, such as strawberries, oranges, tomatoes, pineapples, and mangoes, as high Vitamin C content can lead to faster pigment loss. Furthermore, it is crucial to seek formal treatment for this condition. The larger the affected area, the longer the treatment period. Persistence is essential, and treatment can include oral medications, topical medications, and complementary 308 laser therapy, which can be effective. Continued treatment can gradually lead to recovery.

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Can people with vitiligo eat mangoes?

Patients with vitiligo can eat mangoes, as mangoes benefit the stomach, quench thirst, and promote urination. They are rich in vitamins A and C. Although long-term excessive intake of vitamin C-rich foods or medications is one of the triggers for vitiligo, vitamin C is also an antioxidant. It can help the body eliminate oxygen free radicals, which can damage our body's melanocytes. Melanocytes are a key factor in vitiligo. Therefore, consuming a moderate amount of vitamin C-rich fruits has little impact on vitiligo; there is no need to avoid them entirely.

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Can vitiligo be cured?

Vitiligo can be cured through long-term treatment in clinical settings, though it tends to be easier to treat when the affected area is small. Treatment can be quite challenging when the condition is widespread throughout the body, and often sufferers with extensive areas give up on treatment. Vitiligo is somewhat linked to reduced immunity, genetic factors, and a deficiency in copper within the body. Once vitiligo appears, it is crucial to seek professional treatment in the dermatology department of a regular hospital. Generally, a combination of topical and oral medications, along with 308 nm laser treatment, can be effective. During the treatment period, it is important to exercise to strengthen immunity and consume black foods to increase melanin. Foods rich in vitamin C should be consumed minimally, and spicy or stimulating foods should be avoided, as well as staying up late.

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How to determine if the white patches on the face are vitiligo

The most common diagnostic methods for vitiligo currently are the Wood's lamp and a dermatoscope. If white patches appear on the face, it is best to visit the dermatology department of a formal hospital for an examination with a dermatoscope and Wood's lamp, which can essentially determine whether it is vitiligo. If the white patches appear around the mouth, beside the nose, or near the eyes, there is a higher probability that these are vitiligo. If the white patches develop on the eyebrows or where there is hair, and if the hair also starts turning white, it can generally be confirmed as vitiligo. If diagnosed with vitiligo, it is necessary to seek treatment promptly. Generally, a combination of oral and topical medications along with 308 laser treatment can be quite effective. Additionally, some facial white patches may simply be pityriasis versicolor, which is somewhat related to fungal infections.