Vitiligo, commonly known as safed daag, is a skin disorder causing the loss of skin color. Medically known as depigmentation, the loss of skin color occurs in the form of irregular, patchy patterns and requires a proper white patches on skin treatment. Being a rare form of skin condition, it affects only 0.5%-1% of the world’s population and 0.25% to 8.8% of the Indian population. Although the condition is not fatal or life-threatening, it does take a significant toll on the mental health of the sufferers, resulting in lower self-esteem. Raising awareness about the condition is one of the several ways to help dispel the myths and misunderstandings associated with the skin condition.
Understanding vitiligo
White spots are a sign of vitiligo, a condition that causes areas of skin to lose their normal color. In some circumstances, most (or all) of the skin goes white. When you have vitiligo, a skin condition with white patches, your skin becomes less pigmented, resulting in the development of light-colored areas known as macules. It typically first appears on the patient’s hands, forearms, and face.
Melanin is the pigment responsible for the pigmentation of skin, hair, and eyes. Melanocytes, the cells that generate pigment in the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin), produce it, and it is tied to a specific amino acid. More melanin is found in the skin of those with darker skin tones than in those with lighter skin tones.
Vitiligo develops when the body’s immune system attacks(and destroys) melanocytes. “White splotches appear when pigment-producing cells in the skin are destroyed, causing psychological and social distress,” Dr. Kanchan, Bharat Homeopathy, says. Melanin is the pigment responsible for the pigmentation of skin, hair, and eyes.
Who does it affect?
Although vitiligo affects people of all skin tones, individuals with darker skin may experience it more frequently than those with lighter skin. Since most people prefer flawless skin, the condition may make you feel self-conscious even though it is not contagious or life-threatening.
Treatment for vitiligo may restore the color of the affected skin, but it does not prevent recurrence or complete recovery of the skin tone. The total area of skin damaged by vitiligo varies from person to person. In certain circumstances, people may regain their skin pigmentation without therapy, but these occurrences are rare.
Vitiligo symptoms and signs
Vitiligo is characterized by the development of flat, lighter-colored spots or patches on the skin, with sunburn or injury frequently causing the initial white spot to show up. Early stage vitiligo symptoms can appear to be a simple spot that is a shade lighter than the surrounding skin, but it will gradually turn whiter and paler until it is completely white. The patches vary in size and shape, and occasionally, the edges of the spots may become irritated and itchy.
Although it increases the risk of sunburn, it doesn’t cause skin pain, inflammation, or dryness. The symptoms of vitiligo vary from person to person, and many people may have a few small white spots that don’t significantly enlarge. Others, on the other hand, may have bigger white spots that overlap and cover larger areas of skin. Additionally, although it is rare, some people may also experience a loss of pigmentation in their eyes.
Natural Remedies For Vitiligo
- Mustard oil paste and turmeric: Due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities, turmeric is regarded as one of the best skincare substances. Conversely, mustard oil can help maintain a healthy complexion and reduce dryness. Make a thick paste with the two ingredients and apply it to the affected regions for around 30 minutes.
- Ginger juice and red clay: Ginger’s natural oils, called gingerols, may help reduce skin cell irritation. Through boosting the body’s natural production of melanin, the chemical that gives our skin its color, red clay minerals can be beneficial. Combining the two ingredients and applying the paste to the afflicted areas for around twenty-five minutes will help vitiligo patients.
- Apple cider vinegar: This ingredient aids in the natural exfoliation of the skin by removing dead skin cells. Apple cider vinegar might also aid in maintaining the pH balance. By mixing equal parts water and apple cider vinegar, you can apply the mixture to white patches on your skin with a cotton towel and wash it off after 15 minutes. This will naturally improve the pigmentation of your skin for two weeks.
- Aloe vera gel: How could we leave aloe vera off our list of effective natural remedies for vitiligo? Naturally extracted aloe vera gel can help maintain the moisture balance of your skin. Aloe vera contains vital antioxidant properties that may help combat vitiligo. The plant’s vitamins and minerals, including folic acid, copper, calcium, chromium, zinc, and vitamins A, C, and B12, are believed to help in skin repigmentation.
Treatment
If you have vitiligo and are looking for a long-term remedy, Bharat Homeopathy Hospital is the best place to get rid of your white spots or vitiligo symptoms. Before recommending homeopathic treatments for vitiligo and white spots on the face, our doctors at Bharat Homeopathy Hospital discuss previous medical treatment for white spot on skin. The most distinctive aspect of the Bharat Homeopathy Hospital is our ability to help patients understand the underlying cause of their sickness and determine its actual cause.
Homeopathic physicians at Bharat Homeopathy offer patients the best vitiligo homeopathic medication for tiny white spots on skin as well as natural, side-effect-free treatments. Homeopathic natural treatment of white patches on skin is customized for each patient because their symptoms and the underlying cause of their sickness are different. After carefully assessing their medical history, devising a holistic treatment strategy that offers a cure for white spots on skin, and strictly following the recommended regimen, patients experience extreme relief and report the disappearance of white spots. Additionally, after their recovery using medicines and remedies for vitiligo, patients have been able to resume their normal activities successfully.
