White Patches are themselves a manifestation of Vitiligo. They may not be a life-threatening condition but their effect on the mind of the afflicted is devastating, leading to poor self-esteem and body image issues. In many cases, white patches appear before the age of 40, although they can develop at any age.

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What are White Patches?

White Patches are loss of skin colour in blotches as a result of the disease ‘Leucoderma’, which is commonly known as Vitiligo. It occurs when the cells that produce melanin get destroyed or stop functioning. The extent and rate of pigment loss in Vitiligo is unpredictable. It can affect the skin on any part of the body. Vitiligo afflicts people of all skin types, but it may be more noticeable in people with a dark complexion.

In a general sense, Vitiligo can be divided into 3 segments with respect to the appearance of white patches.

  • Focal - Pigment loss occurs in a single or few well-defined areas
  • Segmental - Depigmentation takes place only on one side of the body
  • Generalized - Widespread colour loss; it may cover the entire body

White Patches affect both men and women. They may appear at any age, but the onset of this condition is generally observed between the age of 10 and 30 years. The condition is not life-threatening or contagious. Majority of the victims of Vitiligo have normal skin sensation and texture, being otherwise completely healthy.

Causes and Risk
Factors of White Patches


Overexposure to the sun can lead to sunspots where the skin pigment is lost

A disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the skin melanocytes or other healthy cells

Thyroid disorders (Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism) can affect your melanocytes (pigment making cells)

Severe physical or emotional stress may trigger or worsen vitiligo

Chemical exposure, excessive usage of cosmetics may induce depigmentation of skin

Family history of the disease (heredity) can also cause white patches or vitiligo

Tinea versicolor, a fungal infection may lead to white patches

Signs & Symptoms of White Patches

Discolouration of sun-exposed areas, such as the hands, feet, face, lips & also the tissues inside the mouth.

Patches that greatly vary in size from as small as 4-5 mm to large areas.

Premature greying or whitening of scalp hair, beard, eyebrows & eyelashes.

Change or loss of inner eye colour.

Progressive pigment loss that may affect large portions of skin, over time.

Common White Patches Triggers

  • Psychological distress
  • Severe Sunburn
  • Skin Cancer
  • Hearing loss
  • Autoimmune Disorders

Healthy Tips for White Patches

  • Apply sunscreen or try to cover your skin whenever you are stepping outside in the daytime.
  • Add a few drops of black seed oil to the coconut oil and massage it on to the affected areas (you must do a patch test before applying these oils).
  • Avoid consuming citrus fruits, milk & dairy products, yoghurt, alcohol, red meat, fried and junk food
  • Include banana, apples, leafy green vegetables, carrots, radishes, figs, dates, almonds, etc. in your diet.
  • Properly wash your face with a mild and herbal facewash.
  • Limit makeup and hairstyling products.
  • Minimize stress and anxiety through deep-breathing, meditation and regular exercise.
  • Avoid using over-the-counter drugs and ointments.
  • Cover your face with cotton cloth or umbrella while going outside and also try to limit sun-exposure.
  • Avoid high sugar diet, processed foods, carbonated drinks and certain foods that trigger allergies.
  • Don’t scratch your scars or pimples because it may cause infection or post-inflammatory depigmentation.

Suffering from White Patches can often lead you to stress, embarrassment and agony. But becoming hopeless is not the solution. Natural Treatment for White Patches has been proved to be highly efficacious. In this context, ‘Naturoveda Health World’ has rendered successful treatment by combining Fundamentals of Ayurveda, Potentised Unani and Therapeutic Yoga.

Foods to Eat

  • Chicken
  • Carrots
  • Beetroot
  • Banana
  • Curd
  • Spinach
  • Rice
  • Wheat
  • Moong
  • Egg
  • Dates
  • Fish
  • Raisins
  • Figs
  • Whole grains
  • Nuts & seeds
  • Organ meat

Foods to Avoid

  • Soy
  • Guava
  • Chips
  • Cow's milk
  • Cucumber
  • Prawn
  • Carbonated Drinks
  • Sea food
  • Deep fried food
  • Brinjal
  • Refined flour
  • Fruit juice
  • Milk product
  • White Bread
  • White Pasta
  • Red Meat
  • Pickles

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