Vitiligo

Vitiligo (vit-ih-LIE-go) is a condition that causes the skin to lose its color in certain areas, resulting in patches of lighter skin. Over time, these discolored patches may expand. The condition can affect the skin on any part of the body, in addition to hair, and even the inside of the mouth.Skin and hair color is typically determined by melanin. Vitiligo happens when the cells responsible for producing melanin either die or stop working. While vitiligo can affect people of all skin types, it is often more noticeable in individuals with darker skin, such as those with brown or Black skin. The condition is not life-threatening or contagious, though it can be emotionally distressing.While treatments for vitiligo may help restore color to the affected areas, they do not prevent further loss of skin color or the recurrence of the condition.