VitiligoIt is a disease that is caused by damage or reduction of melanocytes in the disease. Vitiligo can occur at any age and in any group of people. Today,Du Rongchang, a doctor at Shanghai Huashan HospitalWe will introduce you to the following groups of people who are prone to vitiligo.
1. People with family history
Vitiligo has a distinct familial clustering, which means:If a person has a history of vitiligo in his family, he is at increased risk of developing the disease。Therefore, for this type of people, they should pay more attention to the changes in their own ** and seek medical treatment in time.
2. People with autoimmune dysfunction
Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease in which the patient's immune system attacks the melanocytes in **, leading to the appearance of vitiligo. Therefore, those with autoimmune disorders, such as:Patients with thyroid disease, diabetes, etc, more likely to develop vitiligo.
3. People with long-term mental stress
Mental stress is one of the important factors that lead to the occurrence and progression of many diseases. Long-term mental stress can lead to a decrease in the body's immunity, which can increase the risk of developing vitiligo。Therefore, for people who have been in a high-pressure state for a long time, they should learn to regulate their emotions and keep their mood happy.
4. Injured people
*After injury, local melanocytes may be damaged, resulting in the appearance of white patches. So, for thosePeople who regularly engage in strenuous exercise or are prone to injuryYou should pay more attention to protecting your ** and avoid injury.
The above are the common people who are prone to vitiligo. For these populations, it should be even morePay attention to the changes in yourself, detect and ** vitiligo in time to avoid aggravation of the condition