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People suffering from vitiligo are either cursed or must have done wrong deeds in their past lives.

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Vitiligo can affect people of any age , gender, or ethnic group

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Children born from parents with vitiligo will ALWAYS suffer from vitiligo.

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Vitiligo cannot be cured properly and the spots remain lifelong

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Vitiligo occurs specially to dark pigmented skin

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Vitiligo is an autoimmune disorder and not merely a "cosmetic" problem.

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Vitiligo is NOT contagious.

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Vitiligo and leprosy are similar diseases.

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People suffering from vitiligo are inferior in their physical and mental capabilities.

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A person can have depigmented patch of skin even without suffering from vitiligo.

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