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Opinion|Videos|July 4, 2024

Vitiligo Case-Based Discussion: Impact of Stigma, Social Perception, and Practical Management Strategies

Author(s)Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP

A pediatric dermatologist reviews the case of a 25-year-old female with a history of vitiligo since adolescence who is affected by the social stigma of the condition.

Episodes in this series

Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, an expert on vitiligo

EP. 1 Patient vs Provider Perceptions: Expert Opinions on Addressing the Emotional Impact of Vitiligo

Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, an expert on vitiligo

EP. 2 Vitiligo in a 35-Year-Old Female: Case-Based Discussion, Treatment Sequencing, and Practical Insights

Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, an expert on vitiligo

EP. 3 Vitiligo Case-Based Discussion: Impact of Stigma, Social Perception, and Practical Management Strategies

Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, an expert on vitiligo

EP. 4 Topical Ruxolitinib in Vitiligo: Efficacy, Regional Approvals, and Treatment Strategies in African American Patients

EP. 5 Vitiligo Care Personalized for Each Patient: Part 2

EP. 5 Vitiligo Care Personalized for Each Patient: Part 2

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