What is the other name of leucoderma?
Vitiligo (/ˌvɪtɪˈlaɪɡoʊ/ ( listen)), also called leucoderma, is a long-term skin condition characterized by patches of the skin losing their pigment. The patches of skin affected become white and usually have sharp margins.
What is leucoderma?
esp US leukoderma / (ˌluːkəʊˈdɜːmə) / noun. any area of skin that is white from congenital albinism or acquired absence or loss of melanin pigmentationAlso called: vitiligo See also albino.
Is there another name for vitiligo?
Also called leukoderma, piebald skin.
What is skin pigmentation called?
Also called: Hyperpigmentation, Hypopigmentation.
What do you mean by albinism?
(AL-bih-NIH-zum) A group of genetic conditions marked by little or none of the pigment melanin in the skin, hair, and/or eyes. People with albinism may have vision problems and white or yellow hair; reddish, violet, blue or brown eyes; and pale skin.
What causes leucoderma?
Some of the most common causes of Leucoderma might include traumatic incidents including thermal burns, accidental cuts, Eczema, Psoriasis, and ulcers resulting in the formation of the white patches.
What is a Macule?
A macule is a flat, distinct, discolored area of skin. It usually does not include a change in skin texture or thickness. The skin is the largest organ of the body. The skin and its derivatives (hair, nails, sweat and oil glands) make up the integumentary system.
What causes Leukoderma?
Leucoderma could be caused by Congenital abnormalities including Tuberous sclerosis, partial albinism, Waardenburg syndrome, and Piebaldism. The issue could also be the result of some immunological condition like Vitiligo, Halo mole, Melanoma-associated leukoderma or vitiligo.
What are the different types of vitiligo?
There are 2 main types of vitiligo:
- non-segmental vitiligo.
- segmental vitiligo.
What is hypopigmentation?
(HY-poh-pig-men-TAY-shun) A condition in which the skin is lighter in color than normal. It occurs when special cells in the skin do not make enough of the pigment called melanin. Hypopigmentation can affect a small area of the skin or it can be widespread.