Patient's question:
I have had vitiligo for many years, and recently I noticed that my child also has signs of vitiligo. Is vitiligo contagious, and is the chance of inheriting it from me high?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the genetic probability of vitiligo is very small, and vitiligo is not contagious, so you can rest assured. Currently, the fundamental cause of vitiligo in clinical practice is not yet clear, and each hospital explores treatment based on the patient's acquired causes during the process. The main causes of vitiligo are generally summarized as: genetic factors, autoimmune factors, neurohumoral factors, endocrine and metabolic factors, lack of tyrosine and copper ions, and so on. There are many diseases that cause leukoplakia, and vitiligo is just one of them. You can wait and see first. If the leukoplakia surface is smooth, does not shed scales, and is painless and itchy, it is more likely to be vitiligo. However, a professional instrument examination is needed to confirm the diagnosis. It is recommended that patients seek early examination and diagnosis to avoid delaying the condition and missing the best treatment time. Currently, there are many therapies for treating vitiligo, and different conditions require different treatment methods. It is recommended that patients undergo a thorough examination to receive targeted treatment to achieve the best results.