Neurological Mechanisms Exploration and Therapeutic Targets in Segmental Vitiligo Accompanied by White Hair

Abstract

Vitiligo is the most common skin depigmentation disease, affecting 0.1%–2% of people in the world. 3.5%–20.5% of segmental patients account for the total number of vitiligo patients. It has been clinically observed that segmental vitiligo patients are more likely to generate white hair, which may be related to neuroendocrine factors. The color of human skin and hair is affected by the number and functional status of melanocytes. Vitiligo affects patients' physical and mental health due to the shame it causes from the white patches and hair. This article reviews the underlying mechanisms of segmental vitiligo with white hair based on skin and hair follicle melanocytes. The article attempts to propose possible targets for the treatment of this disease.