Skin · Dermatology · Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a condition that causes white patches on the skin. Dr. Megha Sharma — with expertise from AIIMS — offers comprehensive vitiligo treatment combining medical therapy, phototherapy, and surgical options for stable and spreading vitiligo.
About This Treatment
Vitiligo occurs when melanocytes (pigment-producing cells) are destroyed, leaving depigmented white patches on the skin. It affects approximately 1–2% of India's population and can significantly impact self-confidence. Treatment aims to stop the spread and restore colour through medical, laser, and surgical approaches.
Dr. Megha Sharma has extensive experience in treating vitiligo, having trained at AIIMS. Treatment choice depends on whether vitiligo is active (spreading) or stable (not changing for 6+ months).
How It Works
FAQs
Not all cases achieve 100% repigmentation, but significant improvement is achievable — especially in stable vitiligo treated with surgery. Early treatment of active vitiligo helps prevent spread.
Yes. Dr. Megha Sharma performs vitiligo surgery for stable vitiligo cases. Options include punch grafting, split-thickness grafting, and melanocyte-keratinocyte transplant (MKTP).
Excimer laser delivers targeted 308 nm UVB light to vitiligo patches, stimulating melanocyte regrowth. It is highly effective for localised vitiligo on the face, hands, and trunk.
Medical and phototherapy treatment is gradual — repigmentation typically starts at 3–6 months and continues over 1–2 years. Surgical results are faster, with colour appearing in 4–8 weeks.
Active vitiligo can spread. Treatment with immunomodulatory therapy aims to halt progression. Stress, trauma to skin (Koebner phenomenon), and sun exposure can trigger spread.
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