Nowadays, due to rapidly changing lifestyles, pollution, eating habits and environments, people’s skin problems have become very common. These skin problems include hyperpigmentation, skin allergies, Vitiligo, and more. There are numerous causes why such skin problems arise. Each skin problem has its own reason and preventive measures. Today, in this blog, we are going to talk about vitiligo. What is the cause of vitiligo, and what are the preventative measures to control it?

What is Vitiligo?

Many people believe that eating fish and milk together causes vitiligo, but this is a complete myth. Vitiligo is a skin condition where the skin produces white patches on the surface of the skin due to a lack or no working of body pigmentation-producing cells in the skin. This is a chronic skin condition that can worsen if preventive measures are not taken early. It can be caused by nutritional deficiency, family history, or other factors.

What causes Vitiligo?

1. Autoimmune reaction: An autoimmune response occurs when the body mistakenly attacks melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells.
2. Nutritional deficiency: Anyone with a nutritional deficiency can have these problems. Nutritional deficiencies like copper, folic acid, and vitamin B12 can lead to such a skin condition. Without proper nutrition, there is a risk of many skin problems.
3. Family history: If any family member has this problem, it can be inherited by subsequent generations. It is the most common reason for such issues.
4. Unprotected sun exposure: Sun exposure can also lead to Vitiligo; therefore, it is necessary to apply sunscreen daily and avoid excessive sun exposure.
5. Infection: An infection or an allergic reaction to hair dyes or other cosmetic products, such as bleach, can also cause this problem; therefore, it is necessary to take care when using these products. Do check the ingredients used in them to avoid any harmful chemicals.

How to prevent it?

1. Ensure Proper Nutrition: Avoid vitamin or mineral deficiencies, which can lead to this problem and ensure adequate nutrition. Add vitamin-rich foods and supplements to your diet, such as spinach, beetroot, and other veggies, to avoid nutritional deficiencies.
2. Skin Friction: Though not always, sometimes tight clothes can cause friction, which can lead to a vitiligo skin problem.
3. Sun Exposure: Limit sun exposure and apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily.
4. Stress Level: Do you know stress can also lead to such problems? Therefore, avoid stress.
5. Avoid Allergic Reaction: Our skin is very sensitive and can react to harsh skin or hair products. Make sure the products you use are safe for your skin and hair.

Conclusion:

Vitiligo is a skin condition caused by the loss of pigment-producing cells in the body. Vitiligo can be caused by various factors, such as autoimmune reactions, nutritional deficiencies, and a family history of vitiligo. To control this, you can take preventive measures, such as applying sunscreen daily to reduce extra sun exposure. Ensuring the body’s nutrition, avoiding friction from tight clothes, and using face or hair products only after a patch test to avoid allergic reactions.