What is Vitiligo?
​Vitiligo is a skin condition characterized by the loss of skin pigment, resulting in patches of skin that appear lighter or devoid of color. This happens due to the destruction of melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color. The precise cause of vitiligo remains unclear, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, autoimmune, and environmental factors. While vitiligo is not contagious or life-threatening, it can significantly impact a person's self-esteem and emotional well-being, especially if the patches are prominent and visible.
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Vitiligo affects around
1-2% of the world's population.
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About 50% of affected individuals experience onset before the age of 20.
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Over 30% of individuals with vitiligo report experiencing depression, anxiety, or social stigma.
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About 20% of people with vitiligo have at least one close relative who also has or had the condition.