Can vitiligo go away completely after treatment, and what about plateaus in progress with Opzelura?
It's great that you've seen 80% improvement after 11 months of using Opzelura - that's significant progress! However, vitiligo can be challenging to treat completely.
While treatments can restore lost skin pigment, vitiligo Show Full Answer
Can vitiligo go away completely after treatment, and what about plateaus in progress with Opzelura?
It's great that you've seen 80% improvement after 11 months of using Opzelura - that's significant progress! However, vitiligo can be challenging to treat completely.
While treatments can restore lost skin pigment, vitiligo rarely goes away permanently. Studies suggest that vitiligo returns within four years after stopping treatment in more than 50% of cases. Some people achieve substantial repigmentation, but complete clearing isn't always possible.
Regarding your plateau after 11 months, this is actually not uncommon. Progress with Opzelura tends to be most noticeable in the first 6-9 months, and many people find that improvements slow down or plateau after that initial period.
A few things to consider:
- About 25% of people with vitiligo don't respond to any treatments, and Opzelura doesn't work for everyone
- Some areas may be more resistant to treatment than others
- The clinical trials showed that approximately 30% of people reached at least 75% improvement by week 24
You might want to discuss with your dermatologist whether combining Opzelura with phototherapy could help push past this plateau, as treatments often work better when combined with light exposure. They can also help you decide if continuing treatment makes sense or if it's time to maintain your current results.
November 12, 2025
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