PERSONALISED VITILIGO CARE · LAHORE

Vitiligo Treatment in Lahore

Vitiligo is a condition in which patches of skin lose their natural colour (pigment), producing lighter or white patches. It can affect any part of the body, including the face and hands, and it may stay stable for long periods or slowly spread. Vitiligo is not contagious and is not caused by poor hygiene — it is related to the immune system affecting the pigment-producing cells of the skin.

Because vitiligo affects appearance, it can also affect confidence. Care begins with an accurate diagnosis and an honest discussion about what treatment can and cannot achieve. Dr Saira Mohsin is a Consultant Dermatologist and Aesthetic Physician in Lahore (MBBS, MD Dermatology, King Edward Medical University). At Skin Solution by Dr Saira Mohsin, your consultation covers the pattern of your vitiligo, how it has changed over time, and your priorities, before options are discussed.

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Vitiligo assessment with Dr Saira Mohsin, dermatologist in Lahore

Vitiligo assessment and treatment options

At your consultation, Dr Saira will examine the affected skin — sometimes with a special light (Wood’s lamp) — and ask about when the patches appeared, whether they are changing, any family history, and other health conditions that can be associated with vitiligo. Photographs may be suggested so change can be monitored over time.

Treatment options are discussed after assessment and may include:

Prescription creams to help calm the immune activity in the skin and support repigmentation
Sun protection for the lighter patches, which sunburn easily
Advice on camouflage and cosmetic cover options, if appearance is a concern
Discussion of light-based (phototherapy) options or referral, where suitable
A monitoring and review plan, because repigmentation, where it happens, is usually gradual over months

Responses to treatment vary — some areas, such as the face, tend to respond better than hands and feet. You will be told honestly what is realistic for your pattern of vitiligo.

Assessment first

Discuss when the patches appeared, changes over time, medicines and previous care. Bring the names or photographs of products you have tried, and mention pregnancy or pregnancy plans.

Personalised options

A plan may combine sun protection with prescribed topical treatment. Procedures are considered selectively after assessment; there is no single treatment that suits everyone.

Ongoing care

Vitiligo may persist or return. Consistent care and follow-up can support management, and your plan may need adjustment over time.

Sun protection and daily care

Protect lighter patches with sunscreen and clothing — they have lost their natural sun defence and burn easily
Avoid tanning the surrounding skin deliberately; increased contrast makes patches more noticeable
Be gentle with the skin — cuts, friction and sunburn can trigger new patches in some people (the Koebner effect)
Use moisturisers and gentle, fragrance-free products to keep the skin comfortable
Keep review appointments so progress can be measured fairly over months, not days

Your vitiligo questions

No. Vitiligo is not an infection. It cannot be caught from or passed to another person through touch or sharing personal items.

There is no guaranteed cure, and results vary from person to person. Treatment aims to slow spread and encourage repigmentation where possible. An assessment will give you a realistic idea of what to expect.

Repigmentation is slow — it usually takes months of consistent treatment before change is visible, and areas such as the hands and feet often respond more slowly than the face.

It can. Some people’s vitiligo remains stable for years, while others notice new patches over time. Monitoring and early treatment of changing areas can help.

Yes, online consultations are available across Pakistan. An in-person examination may be recommended, especially at the first visit, so the skin can be assessed with proper lighting.

Discuss your next step with Dr Saira Mohsin

If you have noticed lighter patches of skin, an early assessment gives you the clearest picture and the widest choice of options. Book a clinic appointment in Lahore or an online consultation to discuss your skin and plan the next steps.

Clinic: Skin Solution by Dr Saira Mohsin, Shalimar Hospital Ave, Singhpura, Lahore. Clinic hours: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, by appointment. Call or WhatsApp: 0336 0683917.

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