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This is the most frequently seen form of vitiligo. In this type, white or depigmented patches appear symmetrically on both sides of the body. Commonly affected areas include the face, hands, elbows, knees, feet, and around body openings. Generalized vitiligo may gradually spread over time.
This type affects only one side or a specific segment of the body, such as one arm, one leg, or one side of the face. Segmental vitiligo often begins in childhood or adolescence and typically spreads for one to two years before stabilizing. It usually progresses differently from generalized vitiligo and may respond better to targeted therapies.
The body’s immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys melanocytes, leading to the appearance of white patches on the skin.
External factors such as exposure to chemicals, severe sunburn, emotional stress, or skin injury can trigger or worsen vitiligo in susceptible individuals.
Vitiligo can run in families. Certain inherited genes increase the likelihood of developing the condition.
Nerve endings may release chemicals that damage melanocytes, causing depigmented patches on the skin.
The most noticeable symptom is the development of distinct, irregularly shaped white patches. These patches are often symmetrical and may spread over time to different parts of the body.
In some cases, pigment loss affects the iris or retina, resulting in a lighter or discolored eye appearance.
Hair on the scalp, beard, eyebrows, eyelashes, and body may turn white or gray early due to loss of pigmentation in hair follicles — even before the natural aging process.
Vitiligo can also affect inner body surfaces, causing pale or white patches on the inside of the mouth, nose, gums, and lips.
