This educational activity is intended for an international audience of non-US dermatologists and nurses involved in the management of patients with vitiligo.
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Sam is a 22-year-old Black man who presents to the dermatologist because he is concerned about "white spots" on his arms and legs and around his lips. The spots have been present for a year, and he has had no other symptoms. He also has no other relevant issues in his medical history, and is currently not taking any medications. Further examination by the dermatologist reveals that the spots are depigmented macules and patches on dorsal hands, distal legs, and face; the spots show no surface scale or any other epidermal changes. Sam also mentions that he has been very fatigued lately, and sometimes unable to complete his usual weekly workouts. He is distressed by the lesions on his face, especially since they are very visible.
Based on these clinical findings, the dermatologist confirms the diagnosis of vitiligo, and further assessment is needed to investigate for any other underlying autoimmune disorder.