Can hypothyroid lead to vitilligo?
Vitilligo is not a result of being hypothyroid, so no hypothyroidism does not LEAD to it. However, they can occur at the same time and vitilligo is a disease caused in conjunction with certain autoimmune diseases that cause skin disorders. Most people with vitilligo notice symptoms as a teenager, and by 20 should have either one or a few small patches of skin affected by it. If you have symptoms, you should go to a doctor. If you just have hypothyroid and are worried about vitilligo, don’t. Just be sure to take care of yourself, Take your meds and get your TSH checked regularly. If you have additional autoimmune diseases that you are concerned about, consult your doctor.
