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I was told this by two doctors that Vitiligo is a fungus -I was also told by a dermatologist that is also associated and related to Hypo Thyroidism -Does anyone else have any information on this ? Are both Autoimmune issues too? Any feedback greatly appreciated
Kindly TL
While it may not be a fungus, I have experiened a higher susceptibility to fungal infections on my skin. It makes me wonder if skin biome composition interacts with fungus differently
I have read… read more
I went to a dermatologist for something else, showed them the small white spot under my arm, she said you have Vitiligo, put this ointment on. It may help, but it will be slow. That was it - Nothing… read more
Yes moreso a dermatologist
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Moira hello! Vitiligo can cause hearing loss, which is estimated to affect 12–38% of people with the condition. This is because vitiligo can destroy auditory melanocytes, which are cells in the inner… read more
AHowe hello and welcome to My Vitiligo Team! To answer your question on Genetic testing for vitiligo is primarily conducted within the research setting to study the genetic basis of the condition and… read more
Last summer, when I went swimming at my pool where I live, I forgot to/didnt put sun screen lotion on my face and the vitiligo suddenly appeared and spread all over my face, oh my god. My question is, I absolutely love going swimming, should I stop going to the pool from now on? If I put a 55+ sunscrean lotion on my face and body, can I still go to the pool? Or should I get a body bathing suit? This is a terrible situation we are all in!! Please anyone tell me if I can still go swimming, even… read more
Nancy3 hello I looked up an answer to your question on the internet and your answer is the following as written below
"Is chlorine water bad for vitiligo
Swimming- Vitiligo is a sensitive skin… read more
It’s a mild case right now, but I don’t know what expect down the road. Any advice on how to live healthfully with this condition?
Thank you, GB. So happy to learn that you had success with the therapy you describe.
So true first world problem....as part of a performance award in my corporate role, will get to go to a resort in Mexico. I ought to be thrilled. Yet, my anxiety over how to not be "the weird one" and avoid the sun on the beach while trying to be part of the group has me a bit stressed. Self imposed anxiety, right? Anyone else have universal vitiligo and try to "fit in" on a flipping beach? Lol...
Aside from concerns about sun exposure as somone else mentioned, which is valid, I agree with others on the importance of not letting your condition limit you from social events. A counselor offered… read more
I’ve had vitiligo for 51 years and my skin is all white. Now I’m starting to get brown spots on my face and arms. I went to the dermatologist and she said it was my brown skin coming back! 😳 Wow!
It finally took me all theses years to turn all white and now my skin wants to be brown again! I just can’t catch a break. I’ve used skin bleach but want to use a natural way to fade the brown spots any suggestions appreciated. Thank you.
There are 2 different scenarios for people with Viriligo, some people have autoimmune vitiligo, & others who have no underlying issue just Vitiligo. If it’s autoimmune, you can possibly if under the… read more
Hello everyone
I am Jasna, a student of psychology, with vitiligo since my teenage years, and with a mindset shaped around feeling a bit differently and yet eager to overcome, help others, and be the best version of myself
I am currently working on my master’s thesis in Graz, Austria, which is focused on trying to help people with this skin condition, and I would very much appreciate hearing from you and being able to share more information on this matter - looking forward to that… read more
Thank you very much 😊
