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Vitiligo (IPA /?v?t??la?go/) or leukodermia is a chronic skin condition that causes loss of pigment, resulting in irregular pale patches of skin. The precise cause of vitiligo is complex and not fully understood. There is some evidence suggesting it is caused by a combination of auto-immune, genetic, and environmental factors. The population incidence in the United States is considered to be between 1% and 2%.

Vitiligo
This is a condition characterised by white patches on the skin. The exact cause is unknown,but this article outlines current understanding and offers some guidance.

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