A comprehensive case study on vitiligo: Navigating challenges and treatment strategies

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Author Details : Bushra Mushtaq, Javaid Ahmad Mir*, Onaisa Aalia Mushtaq

Volume : 9, Issue : 4, Year : 2023

Article Page : 244-248

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijced.2023.047

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Abstract

This in-depth case study examines the complex terrain of vitiligo and the difficulties that thirty-year-old Mrs. A. must overcome. The storey is told via a thorough analysis of her clinical appearance, which includes the emergence of distinct, symmetrical white spots on several body regions. Given Mrs. A's medical history of general health and her elevated stress levels prior to the depigmentation, the diagnostic procedure is carefully broken down, including physical examinations, medical history evaluations, and pertinent laboratory testing. Examining the epidemiology of vitiligo, the study clarifies its worldwide frequency, age at start, genetic predispositions, autoimmune correlations, and subtle effects on people from various ethnic origins. This case study stands out for its examination of the discrepancy between traditional textbook representations and the dynamic, Mrs. A's emotional and psychological reactions to vitiligo require individualised care. A multidisciplinary approach guides the development of treatment strategies that include photo therapy, topical corticosteroids, and specialised psychological support. The storey ends with a discussion of the follow-up procedure, an assessment of the effectiveness of the treatment, emotional healing, and the continued difficulties of long-term care. This case study provides insightful information about the comprehensive care of vitiligo sufferers, highlighting the significance of customised, team-based approaches in addressing the complex aspects of this skin disease.
 

Keywords: Vitiligo, Challenges, Nursing, Skin disease, Case study

How to cite : Mushtaq B, Mir J A, Mushtaq O A, A comprehensive case study on vitiligo: Navigating challenges and treatment strategies. IP Indian J Clin Exp Dermatol 2023;9(4):244-248

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