Unani system of medicine has a specialty in the treatment of pigment disorder LEUCODERMA or VITILIGO. The Central Research Institute of Unani Medicine has developed a successful line of treatment for this disorder. Six drugs/ formulations have been developed for its treatments. Duration of treatment: Minimum 30 to 45 days depending upon the chronicity of the diseases, extension of the patch and the part affected.

Even though treatment of Vitiligo is not completely satisfactory, there are two basic methods: to try to restore the normal pigment (repigment), or to try to destroy the remaining pigment cells (depigment). [top of page] See similar questions...

Most experts believe that there is a genetic base to vitiligo which leads to susceptibility. In about 12% of families where a person has vitiligo, the condition is seen in another family member. Though no one else in your family may show signs of vitiligo, it is still possible that it is passed on genetically. The most likely reason for this is that more than one gene is responsible for the development of vitiligo. In fact, a combination of genes that may prove to be involved. See similar questions...

Not everyone is a candidate for the SpineTREX program. For those who qualify, better than 8 out of 10 are successful. See similar questions...

Some chemicals, particularly photography chemicals such as Phenols, can trigger vitiligo in those who are susceptible. Phenols can also be found in many types of hair colorings, household stains, and similar products. There are other industrial chemicals and substances which may also trigger the onset of vitiligo. See similar questions...

All patients are not good candidates for re-pigmentation. The ideal person for this therapy should meet these requirements: Pigment loss of less than five years duration for patients over 20 years of age. In general, children and young adults respond better than older people. Patients should be at least 10 years old. Treatment is safe for younger children, but because the method is tedious, better results are achieved when the child is interested in treatment. See similar questions...

Patients with Vitiligo develop white spots in the skin that vary in size and location. The spots occur when pigment cells, or melanocytes, are destroyed and the pigment melanin can no longer be produced. Melanocytes normally occur throughout the skin, and in the hair follicles, mouth, eyes, and some parts of the central nervous system. In Vitiligo, pigment cells can be lost in any of these areas. Common sites of pigment loss are: See similar questions...

There is a high possibility of hair removal in the treatment area. This is caused by uptake of light by melanin in the hair. A normal reaction is that the skin becomes quite red immediately after treatment. Crusting of the lesion can be expected. This will clear 1-2 weeks after treatment. In rare cases, temporary pigment changes in the skin might occur, but most clients experience fewer problems than after laser treatment. See similar questions...

Outpatient drug treatment, appealing to many who wish to remain with family, to remain working, and to avoid the expense and disruption of residential care; is unfortunately less effective than more intensive residential rehab drug treatment. Outpatient patients never get a real break from exposure to temptations and triggers to abuse and from the normal responsibilities of every day life, and are unable to focus as intensively on the needed lessons of recovery. See similar questions...

The ELT procedure is about 98% effective in closing the vein. Obviously, when a vein is stripped, it is impossible for it to return as it is completely removed. However, with traditional stripping, there is a greater chance of new veins growing. So even though the original vein is gone, new ones may recur which require treatment in the future. With ELT, new veins are unlikely to grow thus greatly decreasing the likelihood that you will require additional treatment in the future. See similar questions...

A State Health Department document, widely circulated by schools recommends olive oil as a 'safe and effective way to kill head lice'. It is applied generously to the hair and left on for 8 hours or overnight, on 7 days in a 21 day period. This recommendation is presumably based on its supposed effect as a suffocating agent, or as an aid to nit-combing by lubricating the hair. The Harvard School of Public Health is usually quoted as the reliable source of this recommendation. See similar questions...

Yes. The combination of cleaning by hand (mechanical cleaning), chemical neutralisation of smells and antibacterial action of specific medicaments will deal with any bad breath problem caused in the mouth. See similar questions...

Yes. The FDA has approved the laser used by Affordable Laser Hair Removal (Gentle Touch Laser) as safe and effective for all skin types. See similar questions...

Applied Behavior Analysis has been proven effective through published, long-term, replicated research. If appropriate, we believe that children with autism should start a quality, intensive ABA program as soon after diagnosis as possible. See similar questions...

There are many treatments for Social Anxiety Disorder, but those most frequently used are in the categories of medication, therapy, or a combination of both. Several types of medication and of psychotherapy approaches are used. See similar questions...

Fortunately, much progress has been made in the last two decades in the treatment of people with mental illnesses, including anxiety disorders. Although the exact treatment approach depends on the type of disorder, one or a combination of the following therapies may be used for most anxiety disorders: Medication : The antidepressant drugs Paxil and Zoloft and anti-anxiety medications such as Xanax or Klonopin are used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. See similar questions...

There is much anecdotal information that EMDR is effective in the treatment of specific phobias. Unfortunately, the research that has investigated EMDR treatment of phobias, panic disorder, and agoraphobia has failed to find strong empirical support for such applications. Although these results are due in part to methodological limitations in the various studies, it is also possible that EMDR may not be consistently effective with these disorders. See similar questions...

The precise answer at this time is no. Vitiligo is probably caused by a variety of factors interacting in specific ways. Research has advanced the understanding of the physical and psychosocial aspects of Vitiligo, but the cause and cure for this disease are unknown. [top of page] See similar questions...