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Latest developments in the treatment of vitiligo
Erasing the memory of T cells may reverse the symptoms of vitiligo. This follows the results of a study on the treatment of vitiligo conducted by a research team from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Massachusetts recently published in the journal “Science Translational Medicine”.
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Treatment of vitiligo: the role of superoxide dismutase
Superoxide dismutase (SOD) is an antioxidant enzyme which is found naturally in our body. It is one of the most powerful known antioxidants, meaning that it reduces oxidative stress and protects our skin from the damage caused by free radicals. It is, therefore, one of the most effective treatments for vitiligo.
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25 June, World Vitiligo Day
Today is World Vitiligo Day and this year once again we would like to add our voice to all those who wish to make this skin condition visible and combat the social stigmatisation that even today people with it suffer in many parts of the world.
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The effectiveness of phenylalanine against hypopigmentation
L-Phenylalanine has demonstrated its effectiveness, not just in treating vitiligo, but also in other cases of hypopigmentation caused by burns, traumas or skin diseases such as pityriasis alba, tinea versicolor, and post-inflammatory hypomelanosis, generally caused by inflammatory dermatosis (psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, etc).
The sun is back, tips and recommendations for vitiligo patients
The sun takes centre stage once again with the arrival of spring, and with it come its benefits and detriments for vitiligo patients.
Superoxide dismutase and its role in vitiligo treatment
Vitiligo treatment is closely linked to oxidative stress, which aggravates the damage of the melanocytes, making them stop producing melanin. Antioxidants constitute a great ally in combatting oxidative stress of the melanocytes, helping cell recovery, specifically, Superoxide Dismutase SOD.
Winter… It’s phototherapy time for vitiligo treatment
Winter is here. The days get shorter, daylight hours diminish and there is less sunlight exposure. At this time of year, phototherapy with domestic-use lamps becomes even more essential for vitiligo treatment. Let’s take a look at the advantages.
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Phenylalanine, a key alliance in treating vitiligo
Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that plays a vital role in treating vitiligo thanks to its action, which is a precursor to the synthesis of tyrosine, and, by extension, of melanin.
Vitiligo treatment, New Year’s resolutions for 2018
Vitiligo treatment is a long distance race requiring consistency and patience before results are seen. January is the month of choice for making good resolutions, and caring for your skin suffering from vitiligo should be one of them.
Suffer from vitiligo? Forget about laser hair removal
Laser hair removal is contraindicated in certain cases, such as for patients with vitiligo or psoriasis, and of course, during pregnancy. The reason: it causes changes to pigmentation, potentially causing the destruction of the melanocytes.
