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What is Vitiligo?
Why Choose Revitalise London for Vitiligo Treatment?
At Revitalise London, we believe in providing a holistic approach to vitiligo treatment. Our dermatologists understand that vitiligo affects each individual differently, so we focus on creating personalised care plans that address your specific symptoms, skin type, and lifestyle. We aim to support you through every step of the treatment process, helping to restore both skin pigmentation and self-esteem.
Our Approach Includes:
- Comprehensive Assessment: A detailed skin examination to determine the extent of pigment loss, followed by a discussion of your medical history and potential triggers.
- Personalised Treatment Plans: Customised treatment strategies designed to encourage repigmentation and manage the progression of vitiligo.
- Emotional Support: Guidance and support to help you cope with the psychological effects of vitiligo.
- Ongoing Monitoring: Regular follow-ups to assess progress, adjust treatments, and provide continual care.
Our Vitiligo Treatment Options
While vitiligo cannot be cured, there are various treatment options available to help manage the condition, slow its progression, and encourage repigmentation. At Revitalise London, we offer a range of advanced treatments tailored to your needs.
1. Topical Treatments
Topical treatments are often the first line of therapy for vitiligo, aimed at reducing inflammation and promoting repigmentation of the affected areas.
Types of Topical Treatments Include:
- Corticosteroid Creams: Help to reduce inflammation and may promote repigmentation, especially when applied in the early stages of vitiligo.
- Calcineurin Inhibitors: Non-steroidal creams, such as tacrolimus, that can be effective in restoring pigment to smaller areas of depigmentation.
- Vitamin D Analogues: Used to modulate skin cell growth and encourage repigmentation.
2. Phototherapy
Phototherapy, or light therapy, is one of the most effective treatments for vitiligo. It involves exposing the skin to ultraviolet light to stimulate melanocytes and encourage the production of melanin.
Our Phototherapy Options Include:
- Narrowband UVB Therapy: A widely used treatment that involves exposing the skin to UVB light to promote repigmentation. It is effective for both widespread and localised vitiligo.
- Excimer Laser: Delivers targeted UVB light to smaller, affected areas, ideal for treating patches of vitiligo without affecting the surrounding healthy skin.
3. Oral Medications
In some cases, oral medications may be prescribed to help manage the body’s immune response and slow the progression of vitiligo.
Available Oral Treatments Include:
- Corticosteroids: May be prescribed in short courses to reduce the immune system’s attack on melanocytes.
- Immunosuppressants: Help to regulate the body’s immune response, particularly in more widespread cases of vitiligo.
4. Lifestyle and Skincare Advice
Managing vitiligo effectively involves protecting your skin and adopting a proper skincare routine. Our dermatologists provide tailored advice on lifestyle changes, skincare products, and sun protection.
Lifestyle Support Includes:
- Recommendations for sun protection to prevent skin damage and worsening of vitiligo.
- Advice on skincare products to maintain skin health and hydration.
- Guidance on how to manage stress, which can be a potential trigger for vitiligo flare-ups.
Your Personalised Vitiligo Care Plan
Vitiligo affects everyone differently, which is why we create a personalised care plan tailored to your specific needs. During your consultation, our dermatologists will thoroughly examine your skin, discuss your medical history, and identify the best treatment approach to manage your condition.
Your Care Plan May Include:
- A combination of topical treatments, phototherapy, and lifestyle modifications.
- Regular monitoring and follow-up appointments to assess progress.
- Ongoing support and advice to help manage your condition and improve your skin’s appearance..