In brief
Key points
- ✓Vitiligo is not contagious
- ✓Visibility is a personal choice
- ✓Psychological impact is legitimate
- ✓Support is available
- ✓Camouflage is optional
Deciding what to say
A short explanation may help: vitiligo is a non-contagious pigmentary condition. No one is required to disclose private medical information.
Self-image and support
Avoidance, anxiety, persistent low mood, bullying or sleep problems deserve attention. Psychological support can complement dermatological care.
Camouflage – an option, not an obligation
High-coverage camouflage can temporarily even out colour differences for daily life, sport or special occasions. Not using it is an equally valid decision.
View ColorDerm® Face at IDEALDERMEditorial basis: AWMF S2k guideline on the diagnosis and treatment of vitiligo, register 013-093, version 2.0 dated 27 July 2026, valid until June 2031. Sources reviewed on 2 September 2026.
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