Patient's question:
Does a mother with vitiligo pass it on when she has children? A little bit of vitiligo, not very severe.Doctor's answer:
Hello, it's a pleasure to assist you: Vitiligo does have a certain genetic predisposition, but the inheritance is relatively small, generally around 3%-5%. Genetic factors alone do not necessarily lead to vitiligo. Vitiligo is a condition that arises from a combination of genetic predisposition and internal and external factors. There is a certain correlation between vitiligo and genetics, but genetic factors account for only a small portion of the causes of the disease. Generally, it is around 3%-5%. Environmental factors (such as lifestyle, work environment, dietary habits, mental state, and air, water, etc.) also play a significant role. Both genetic and environmental factors usually need to be present for the disease to develop. Even if there is a genetic predisposition, the likelihood of passing it on to the next generation is far less than that of other genetic diseases. It is even rarer for both parents and offspring in direct lineal relationships to be affected. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!