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COVID-19 Vaccination And Vitiligo
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Hello
I want to ask that should I go for COVID-19 vaccination ? My main concern is that the vaccine will make the immune system more enhanced to fight against corona virus so I think it will also effect Vitiligo
Kindly answer
Thank you

posted April 26, 2021
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A MyVitiligoTeam Member

I posted in another post that my vitiligo started 10 days after i took covid and flu shot together. It will be difficult to prove a link. But just because for some people there was no change in their… read more

posted January 31
Is Vitiligo A Fungus Causing The Discoloration? Has Anyone Else Been Told That It’s Also Associated With Thyroid Disorders?
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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

posted September 12, 2021
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A MyVitiligoTeam Member

Vitiligo is NOT a fungus!! oh my goodness, a doctor told you that? smh..it's an autoimmune condition. I understand that doctors don't always know everything. In all the 26 years I have had… read more

posted February 16
Has Anyone After COVID-19 Vaccination Noticed Increase Or Flare Up In Their White Spots?
A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭

I got vaccinated in May 2021 with my first dose and by the end of July 2021, I noticed a sudden flare up and rapid progression.
I don't know if it is because of the vaccine because I was on antibiotics for a month in June.
This also raises another question, has anyone noticed increase in their vitiligo post/during the use of antibiotics?

Thank you all in advance.

posted September 15, 2021
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A MyVitiligoTeam Member

I had the two original Pfizer shots, then a Pfizer booster, a Moderna booster, and most recently another Pfizer booster. My vitiligo, which had progressed only very slowly during the 25 years since… read more

posted February 12
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Can Antiviral Medications Help Vitiligo Or Make It Worse?
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posted June 25, 2021
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I don’t have an answer but it’s a great question-anybody Know?

posted September 12, 2021
Vitiligo On Hands
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If anyone would be so kind as to answer this question. I know everyone’s spots are different and unique, but was just getting a sense of an idea on what’s going on with my hands. Even though this can be different for everyone, this helps me get a bit calm in understanding how it happened to others, plus I LOVE hearing everyone’s story about how it started with vitiligo. This helps me not feel so alone with this next chapter of vitiligo.

I pray this doesn’t seem intrusive to anyone. So if… read more

posted July 3, 2022
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A MyVitiligoTeam Member

Have now vitiligo had lupus thyroid arthritis and sorgjens now this ahhh hate vitiligo hate it

posted October 23, 2022
Which Supplements Or Vitamins Do You Take?
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posted April 27, 2022
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Here is a link to what I believe is the best video on youtube with the latest and greatest details on current and up and coming vitiligo treatments as well as recommended vitamins and their… read more

posted January 8
Which Vitamins Is Best For Vitiligo
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posted February 7
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Is It Even Worth Using All These Creams And Medicines To Try And Stop The Spread Of Vitiligo?
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I used a cream called Protopic 0,1%

For the first 3 months it removed a spot on my neck. After a while it stopped working and the spread of my vitiligo started to increase.

I also was recommended to take vitamin D tablets (1000 ICU) and Zinc. I have found that the spread is not reversing or slowing down. Seeing that there actually isn't really a cure, I have come to a point where I have stopped using the creams.

posted February 1
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A MyVitiligoTeam Member

I too have found that nothing works I've learned to deal with it in every spot that I have received begins as a heart and I still have many that look like hearts. I think it's a kiss from God and to… read more

posted February 14
Does Vitiligo Spread More Rapidly Due To Hormonal Changes Such As Menopause?
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I started menopause 7 years and found out that vitiligo started spreading like wildfire around my ankles, feet, legs and expanded more on my elbows and hands. Has this happened with anyone else? Is there a link between vitiligo and hormone changes?

posted January 31
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A MyVitiligoTeam Member

Yes, I think so. When I first had it, it was during the beginning of menopause. I assumed it was hormones, asking my doctor about it, but they said it would not cause vitiligo, but it happened at… read more

posted February 14
What Do You Look Forward To Accomplishing In 2023?
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posted January 25
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I hope all your wishes come true... I have been busy with my Husband. He was in hospital awhile he now has a life vest until he can get pacemaker defib. And I may have a rare cancer. I have been to… read more

posted 23 hours ago
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