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Tacrolimus ointment is a common prescription option for vitiligo, especially on delicate areas like the face. Here is where it tends to fit best, how it compares to pimecrolimus, and what to know about age restrictions and access.
Herbal treatments for vitiligo range from genuinely interesting to potentially dangerous. This guide rates the evidence for each major option and explains which ones are worth discussing with your dermatologist and which ones to skip.
Some supplements get mentioned often in vitiligo discussions, but only a few are worth considering seriously. Here is the calmer, more evidence-aware version.
Vitiligo can cause itching at active patch borders — a signal the condition is progressing. Here is what relieves the itch and when it means your treatment plan needs a review.
Tinea versicolor and vitiligo both cause light skin patches but have different causes and treatments. Here is how to tell them apart clearly.
A 2003 randomised controlled trial found ginkgo biloba significantly slowed vitiligo spread. Here is what the Parsad study actually showed, the correct dose, who should avoid it, and how it fits into a treatment plan.
Specific nutrient deficiencies are well-documented in vitiligo patients — and one common supplement (Vitamin C) is contraindicated. Here are evidence levels, correct doses, what to get tested for, and what to avoid.
