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Event
240 E38St., New York, NY
Our next Vitiligo Support Group meeting be on Wednesday, January 6, at 6:30-8:00 PM, on the 11th floor of NYU's Ambulatory Care Center on 240 East 38th Street, between 2nd and 3rd Avenues (same location as our last meeting)!
For more details, please contact: nyvitiligo@gmail.com
FAQOther Questions
- Does halo nevi affect vitiligo development?
Halo nevi (also known as Sutton's nevi) are characterized by a mole that's surrounded by a ring of depigmented or lighter skin. While both halo nevi and vitiligo involve the des...
- Who is prone to vitiligo?
Vitiligo can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or race. Vitiligo prevalence is between 0.76% and 1.11% of the U.S. population, including around 40% of those with the con...
- Is there a link between vitiligo and depression?
Yes, depression and anxiety often occur alongside vitiligo and can greatly affect a person's quality of life. The connection comes from the fact that both the skin and brain dev...
Though it is not always easy to treat vitiligo, there is much to be gained by clearly understanding the diagnosis, the future implications, treatment options and their outcomes.
Many people deal with vitiligo while remaining in the public eye, maintaining a positive outlook, and having a successful career.
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