How to Properly Assess the Effectiveness of Vitiligo Treatment

For every vitiligo patient, shedding the "white armor" is a dream they long to achieve.

After undergoing treatment in the hospital for a period of time, how can one accurately assess the effectiveness of the treatment?

Researchers suggest that the following signs indicate that the treatment is working.

1. No Further Expansion of White Patches

Regularly monitor the progression of white patches. If the white patches are not controlled with medication during their progressive stage, they can easily expand into large areas,

Therefore, it is crucial to closely observe the development of the white spots. If the existing white spots stop expanding, and no new white patches appear in other areas, it suggests that the treatment is effective.

2. Clearer Borders of the White Patches

During disease progression, the borders of the white patches are often unclear, or it may be difficult to distinguish the affected area from normal skin.

When a clear line of demarcation between the white patches and surrounding normal skin, and noticeable pigmentation appears at the boundaries,

it often indicates that the condition is stabilizing and the treatment is effective.

3. Changes in Skin Lesions

In the progressive stage, the depigmentation of the white patches is often very noticeable, resulting in a stark contrast between the white patches and normal skin.

If the edges of the white patches start to retract and the area of the white patches becomes smaller, it indicates that the treatment is having an effect and that the white patches are gradually recovering.

4. Appearance of Follicular Black Dots in the Center of the White Patches

Whether through phototherapy, topical medication, or exposure to sunlight,

the appearance of follicular black dots or small spots of repigmentation in the center of the white spots indicates that the treatment is effective.

5. The White Patches Turn Red, Gradually Fade, or Become Blurry, and Shrink Inward

If any of the above signs appear, it is important to continue treatment promptly in order to achieve the best results.

The control of vitiligo is not an overnight process, and the effectiveness of medications also takes time to manifest

Vitiligo is indeed a skin condition, but it is also closely related to an individual's constitution.

Vitiligo occurs because an individual's internal environment shifts from a healthy state to one that promotes the onset and progression of the condition.

Therefore, treatment is necessary to restore the abnormal internal environment.

Dripping water wears through stone; it's not an achievement that can be made in a single day, and restoring the internal environment is not something that can be done in a short time.

Consequently, the treatment duration and the speed at which results appear may be slower than for other skin conditions.

When undergoing treatment, patients should follow the doctor’s prescribed regimen strictly,avoiding interruptions or discontinuation of treatment, as this can lead to the worsening of the vitiligo.

Additionally, patients should not put excessive pressure on themselves.

Although vitiligo can affect one's appearance, it is important to maintain a positive mindset and actively pursue treatment.

Finally, vitiligo patients should minimize exposure to chemical products, get adequate rest, exercise appropriately, avoid injury,

and work on strengthening their immune system to ultimately achieve a cure.