Vitiligo

As per available reports about 10 journals, 10 Conferences, 2 workshop are presently dedicated exclusively to Vitiligo and about 18,100 articles are being published on the current trends in Vitiligo. In terms of research annually, USA, India, Japan, Brazil and Canada are some of the leading countries where maximum studies related to Pigmentary Disorders are being carried out. Vitiligo is a disease that causes the loss of skin color in blotches. The extent and rate of color loss from vitiligo is unpredictable. It can affect the skin on any part of your body. It may also affect hair, the inside of the mouth and even the eyes.Normally, the color of hair, skin and eyes is determined by melanin. Vitiligo occurs when the cells that produce melanin die or stop functioning.

The Journal of Pigmentary Disorders is an academic journal – hosted by OMICS International – a pioneer in open access publishing–and is listed among the top 10 journals in Vitiligo. Each year research scientists have noticed a rise in the number of congresses being held in this field. Journal of Pigmentary Disorders provides a unique platform to researchers and scientist to explore the advanced and latest research developments in the field of Vitiligo, thus bridging the gap between researchers and young scientists.