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Vitiligo (Noun)

Meaning

An acquired skin disease characterized by patches of unpigmented skin (often surrounded by a heavily pigmented border).

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • Vitiligo often affects people with darker skin, causing significant emotional distress due to its noticeable appearance.
  • She developed vitiligo on her hands and face after a severe sunburn when she was a teenager.
  • Researchers are working to identify the causes of vitiligo, which is still not fully understood despite significant advances in dermatology.
  • The actress, who had been living with vitiligo for over 20 years, spoke publicly about her struggles and the impact on her self-esteem.
  • Treatment for vitiligo can include topical corticosteroids or phototherapy, but its effectiveness varies widely from person to person.

Hypernyms

  • Disease Of The Skin
  • Skin Disorder

Related Words

  • Vitiliginous (adjective)
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