Abstract:Zinc is a key micronutrient of the skin, where it is responsible, among others, for regulating the processes of melanocyte proliferation, maturation, and differentiation. Recent research has revealed a possible link between zinc levels and the pathogenesis and severity of vitiligo. Zinc deficiency disrupts the activity of immune system cells, which can lead to autoimmunity, melanocyte destruction, and formation of depigmented patches. Numerous studies have found a statistically significant reduction in zinc le… Show more
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