10 Causes of Vitiligo
Cause #9: Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland, which is responsible for many of our bodily functions, is overactive. The thyroid gland is highly active when we are younger, so children and teenagers are more likely to develop vitiligo as a result of their thyroid.
The thyroid is involved in vitiligo because it’s also responsible for the production of T4 and T3, compounds which are used by cells to control hormones. If there is too much of these compounds, cells may self-destruct in response, which can lead to skin issues like vitiligo.
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