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Case Studies | Medicine Science | India | Volume 8 Issue 2, February 2019

Evidence based Homoeopathy: Case Report of Vitiligo

Dr. Ashish P. Shivadikar

Abstract: Vitiligo is a pigmentary disorder of the skin and mucous membrane that is characterized by white patches due to destruction of Melanocytes. Vitiligo occurs worldwide with an overall prevalence of 1 %. Clinical experience and studies identify a positive role of Homoeopathy in skin conditions including Vitiligo where repigmentation has been reported. This case reported here is documented from the Dermatology Clinic at Regional Research Institute for Homoeopathy, Gudivada. The case treated with Individualized Homoeopathy medicine over a period of two years shows significant improvement which is evident from the photographs. This case shows the usefulness of Homoeopathic medicine in treating Vitiligo.

Keywords: Homoeopathy, Vitiligo, Melanocytes, Autoimmune

Edition: Volume 8 Issue 2, February 2019,

Pages: 997 - 1000