Analysis of serum immunoglobulin G (IgG) levels against Toxoplasma Gondii, herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2, cytomegalovirus and hepatitis C virus in vitiligo

Conclusions: T. gondii IgG and HSV-1/2 IgG were significantly more frequent in patients with vitiligo, especially in women, when compared with age- and gender-matched controls. Since T. gondii and HSV-1/2 infections can trigger autoimmune events, past exposure to these pathogens may be a risk factor for the development of vitiligo.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - Category: Dermatology Authors: Source Type: research