Is there any harm if you have vitiligo without treatment?

If vitiligo is left untreated, it may lead to the spread of vitiligo and other diseases. Patients need to go to the hospital in time to control their condition with medication or physical methods under the guidance of a doctor.

1. Possible hazards

1. Vitiligo spread: Vitiligo is a relatively common acquired pigmented skin disease, which is a localized white lesion caused by the destruction of skin melanocytes, which can occur in all parts of the body. If vitiligo is not actively treated after treatment, it will lead to severe damage to the local melanocytes, resulting in a gradual expansion of the white patches;

2. Induce other diseases: Vitiligo is a disease related to the autoimmune system, and when the patient's immunity is low, it is easy to be affected by external factors.If not treated in time, it may lead to a decrease in the body's immunity, which in turn increases the risk of infection, such as respiratory tract infections, gastrointestinal infections, etc., and may also cause alopecia areata,psoriasis, pernicious anemia, hyperthyroidism and other complications.

2. Treatment

For patients with vitiligo, they can be treated with drugs such as tacrolimus ointment and pimecrolimus cream under the guidance of a doctor, or they can be treated with photochemotherapy and narrowband UVB irradiation under the operation of a doctor. If necessary, autologous epidermal transplantation can also be used to improve symptoms.

It is recommended that patients should develop good living habits and dietary rules, pay attention to personal hygiene, maintain a happy mood, and avoid excessive mental stress and anxiety. In addition, we should also pay attention to a reasonable diet, you can eat vitamin-rich foods appropriately, such as apples, oranges, tomatoes, etc., which can supplement the nutrients needed by the body and is conducive to physical health.