What Is Vitiligo?
5. Different Types
Vitiligo can affect the whole body, but it is more likely to affect some areas than others. When most of the body is affected it is known as universal vitiligo. Most people will have generalized vitiligo, which means it occurs in patches. In this variety, the patches will also often be symmetrical with corresponding body parts.
Some people will have only a few areas affected, or even only one. This is known as localized vitiligo. There is also segmental vitiligo, which tends to affect younger people, and it is found in one part or on one side of the body. Another type is acrofacial vitiligo, which means then hands and face are affected, as well as areas around orifices.
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