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Potential emerging treatment in vitiligo using Er:YAG in combination with 5FU and clobetasol.

Author: BafandehBehzad, BostakianAnis, FaghihiGita, HosseiniSayed Mohsen, IrajiFariba, Jafari-KoshkiTohid, MokhtariFatemeh, ShahmoradiZabihollah

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Overview

Vitiligo is a skin condition affecting about 1% of the population worldwide, causing loss of skin pigment. While it doesn't usually cause serious health problems, it can lead to social and emotional distress. While many treatments are available, laser-based therapies are often considered more effective.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Vitiligo is a pigmentary disorder of skin affecting at least 1% of the world population of all races in both sexes. Its importance is mainly due to subsequent social and psychological problems rather than clinical complications. Various treatment choices are available for vitiligo; however, laser-ba...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.12373

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Emerging Treatment for Vitiligo: Restoring the Desert Oasis of Pigmentation

Vitiligo is a skin disorder characterized by depigmentation, leaving patches of skin without color. Imagine a desert oasis, vibrant and colorful, losing its life-giving water and turning into a barren landscape. Researchers are constantly seeking new and effective treatments for vitiligo, and this article explores the potential of combining Er:YAG laser therapy with topical medications.

A New Approach to Restoring Pigmentation: Reviving the Desert Oasis

This article explores the potential of using Er:YAG laser therapy in combination with 5-FU and clobetasol for the treatment of vitiligo. The authors suggest that this approach could offer a more effective and acceptable treatment option, potentially leading to improved cosmetic outcomes and increased patient satisfaction. The combination of laser therapy and topical medications aims to stimulate repigmentation and restore the natural color of the skin.

Restoring the Desert Oasis: Hope for Vitiligo Patients

This article offers a glimmer of hope for individuals with vitiligo, exploring a potentially more effective and acceptable treatment approach. The combination of Er:YAG laser therapy and topical medications could provide a new avenue for restoring pigmentation and improving the quality of life for patients. While further research is needed, this approach offers a promising direction for managing this challenging skin condition.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This article provides a valuable overview of emerging treatment options for vitiligo, highlighting the potential benefits of combining Er:YAG laser therapy with topical medications. The approach offers a promising direction for improving the cosmetic outcomes and quality of life for patients, offering hope for a future where the desert oasis of pigmentation can be restored.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-10-09
  2. Date Revised 2018-10-09
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28722334

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1111/jocd.12373

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