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What's A Common Misconception About Vitiligo?

By A MyVitiligoTeam Member 17 answers

Has Anyone Been Able To Reverse Your Condition With Diet, Natural Supplements And Exercise?

By A MyVitiligoTeam Member 8 answers

I'm 54y/o Black Woman. I've Been Told That I Looked Like My 30's Or 40's UNTIL My Vitiligo Came. Has Anyone Seemed To Age Faster?

By A MyVitiligoTeam Member 13 answers

Which Vitiligo Symptom Surprised You The Most?

By A MyVitiligoTeam Member 17 answers
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How Do You Handle Meeting People For The First Time, Especially Coworkers? What Do You Tell Yourself?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Washington, DC

Also, if you notice someone staring or glancing do you explain your condition or keep it moving?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member

Hello Emily. If someone is noticing you that's actually great. You stood out amongst many and aroused their curiosity. They might be curious in a good way, take it that way. Vitiligo is still a… read more

June 28

Any One Out There With Segmental Vitiligo?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ft Lauderdale, FL

I have segmental vitiligo since Nov. 2021. I have 3 small spots on the top of my right foot (vent). I am 55 years old with no history in my family. I am presently treating it with Opzelura and UVB twice a week.... no changes. Anyone out there with similar scenario? I thank you in advance for any information you may provide....it will definitely be so much more than what my dermatologist has provided. Claudia

A MyVitiligoTeam Member

How long does this cream- Vitiligo Organics take effect of re-pigmentation ?

August 13, 2023

Has Anyone Been Successful Getting Opzelura?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Indiana, PA

When I saw that Opzelura had received FDA approval for vitiligo, I scheduled an appointment with a dermatologist. The dermatologist seemed pessimistic that it would be approved by my insurance, so she discussed what I understood to be a compounding pharmacy that specialized in dermatology. I received a denial letter from the insurance company and contacted this specialized pharmacy. They said they had received a denial for Opzelura and there was no option to pay cash for this cream. Has anyone… read more

A MyVitiligoTeam Member

I was able to get discounted through Incyte cares...based in income, you must show W2

September 19

Did Anyone Tried Vitiligo Organic Cream?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ottawa, ON
A MyVitiligoTeam Member

Thank you Sovanny

November 19, 2022

Is Anybody Else Having Problems With Getting Your Insurance Company To Cover The Medication Opzelura?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Raceland, LA
A MyVitiligoTeam Member

My insurance denied. I appealed and they are now sending prescription. Told them it's the only thing that has helped. In the meantime, derm gave me two 5g sample tubes, which will last a while, so… read more

February 20

Good Morning. Anyone Else Experience Itching On The Vitiligo Spots?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Greensboro, NC

I mostly itch on my hands and arms. I'm wondering is that common with vitiligo?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member

Yes…mine itch too. When they want to get active, they start to itch. I didn’t realize about the joints. That’s good to know. I’ve noticed mine get painful sometimes, and then it goes away. Not… read more

December 23, 2022

Is There Anyone Who Has Minor Vitiligo, Got Vaccine And Vitiligo Increased?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Naranpura
A MyVitiligoTeam Member

I’m very sorry you are going through this. I had it prior to the shots but after it progressed more than it ever had before in a short period of time.

January 16
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I Have Tried For 2 Years To Get My Insurance To Cover Opzelura With No Luck. Is There Anyway To Get It Covered?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Grabill, IN

I have had vitiligo for approximately 8 years. I am 63. In 2020 I was doing xtrac and light therapy. It brought back about 80% of my pigment. Then covid shut it all down. I am worse now then I was then.

A MyVitiligoTeam Member

I heard light treatment is good. My insurance denied it.

5 days ago
COVID-19 and Vitiligo Essential Updates Read more >

Has Anyone Been Able To Reverse Your Condition With Diet, Natural Supplements And Exercise?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Houston, AK
A MyVitiligoTeam Member

Some one on this site.. Completely became white..I forgot who
He posted his picture.. Was feeling ok and..looked ok
I noticed around my eyes..white is turning brown..I do take collegen powder.. in… read more

November 16

Has Anyone Here Used Opzelura Or Rinvoq Treatment?

A MyVitiligoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ontario, Canada
A MyVitiligoTeam Member

Just started on Opzelura after Tactrolimus and steroids had no results

September 19
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