Is the cause of vitiligo in children related to heredity?
Disease description:
My child has vitiligo, and I also had vitiligo before. I would like to ask whether the cause of vitiligo in children is related to genetics?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
The cause of vitiligo in children is indeed associated with heredity. Vitiligo is a skin disease with a genetic predisposition, and its development is influenced by multiple genes. According to authoritative sources such as the Youlai Doctor official website, children with a family history of vitiligo have a relatively higher risk of developing the condition. Genetic factors play an important role in the onset of vitiligo, but they are not the only factors. The development of vitiligo may also be related to autoimmune diseases, environmental factors (such as industrial or agricultural pollution), psychological factors (such as emotional stress and high pressure), and deficiencies in trace elements. Therefore, when exploring the causes of vitiligo in children, it is necessary to consider the combined effects of multiple factors.
