Is there any test to confirm vitiligo?

Diagnostic Tools Our dermatologists often diagnose vitiligo based solely on a physical examination. If doctors need more information about how the condition affects your skin cells, they may suggest a skin biopsy or blood test.

Is my white patch vitiligo?

Vitiligo often starts as a pale patch of skin that gradually turns completely white. The centre of a patch may be white, with paler skin around it. If there are blood vessels under the skin, the patch may be slightly pink, rather than white. The edges of the patch may be smooth or irregular.

Can white spots not be vitiligo?

Truly depigmented spots that are NOT vitiligo One is idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis (IGH), or small spots that appear on skin that has had chronic sun exposure (usually the shins and forearms, but sometimes the chest and back as well).

How do I know if I have tinea versicolor or vitiligo?

But there are ways to tell the difference:

1. vitiligo often develops on both sides of your body at the same time, whereas pityriasis versicolor may not.
2. skin affected by vitiligo usually has a normal texture, whereas areas affected by pityriasis versicolor are usually slightly scaly or flaky.

Who can diagnose vitiligo?

Usually Doctors Can Diagnose Vitiligo by Looking at Your Skin and Asking About Your Health History. Most of the time, a dermatologist will be able to diagnose vitiligo after examining your skin. (2) He or she will look for symptoms associated with other skin conditions, such as psoriasis, in order to rule them out.

How is vitiligo diagnosed at home?

There are no at-home tests available to diagnose vitiligo. However, you can do a general self-check of your skin and look for patchy or widespread loss of pigmentation (the coloring of your skin, hair, and eyes).

What yeast is commonly mistaken for vitiligo?

Why it happens. Pityriasis versicolor is caused by a type of yeast called Malassezia. This yeast is found on the skin of more than 90 per cent of adults, where it normally lives without causing any problems. But pityriasis versicolor can develop if this yeast starts to multiply more than usual.

How can you test for vitiligo at home?