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Vitiligo
	Vitiligo is a condition in which the pigment cells in the skin are destroyed, resulting in irregularly shaped white patches. About 20% of all vitiligo sufferers have other family members with it. The cause of vitiligo is not known. Some people have reported pigment loss soon after suffering emotional stress, or physical injury such as severe sunburn. The age of onset and the severity of pigment loss differs from person to person. Darker-skinned people notice the contrast any time. Illness and stress can result in more pigment loss. The degree of pigment loss can vary within each patch. Even though most people with vitiligo are in good general health, they are at greater risk of: Hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism Pernicious anemia (vitamin B12 deficiency) Addison's disease (decreased adrenal gland function) Alopecia areata (round patches of hair loss) However, the majority of the time partial or complete repigmentation can be achieved.
Vitiligo is benefited or hindered by:
	Hydrochloric Acid (Trial) Pepsin Picrorhiza (Picrorhiza kurroa)