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Vitiligo is more prevalent in patients with certain autoimmune disorders, such as [[Addison’s disease]], [[hyperthyroidism]], [[alopecia areata]] and [[pernicious anemia]]. The exact mechanism is still unknown, but there is an association between them. However, the majority of patients with vitiligo does not have any autoimmune disorder. | |||
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Overview
Autoimmune diseases and a family history of vitiligo are considered risk factors for developing this condition. A patient that has a relative with vitiligo has an increase risk of developing the disease and also having an earlier onset.
Risk Factors
Autoimmune Disorders
Vitiligo is more prevalent in patients with certain autoimmune disorders, such as Addison’s disease, hyperthyroidism, alopecia areata and pernicious anemia. The exact mechanism is still unknown, but there is an association between them. However, the majority of patients with vitiligo does not have any autoimmune disorder.