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Punti essenziali
- ✓Can begin early
- ✓Confirm the diagnosis
- ✓Include the child
- ✓Address bullying
Medical assessment
Pityriasis alba, birthmarks and post-inflammatory changes can resemble vitiligo. Treatment strength and phototherapy plans must be appropriate for age and site.
School and confidence
Children should help decide what is explained to others. Repeated teasing, withdrawal or school avoidance deserve prompt support.
Editorial basis: current AWMF S2k guideline on the diagnosis and treatment of vitiligo, register 013-093, version 2.0 dated 27 July 2026. Reviewed on 2 September 2026.
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