What are the individual factors associated with propensity to vitiligo? Key points Heridity: 20% of people with vitiligo report about a first degree relative as the one suffering from vitiligo. Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) haplotype may contribute to vitiligo susceptibility.

Depigmentation: when and how? Key points • If after consistent treatment(s) for vitiligo, satisfactory repigmentation is not achieved, one can consider depigmentation to avoid the skin color contrast.

Is it possible to stop the progression of vitiligo? Key points • Localized vitiligo usually stops its progression in 1-2 years after its first manifestation. • Generalized vitiligo is progressive in 73% of the cases.