How can one tell if someone has vitiligo (like Michael Jackson) before it shows up?

Answer by  lovelife (998)

Most people with vitiligo show symptoms early on. The classic symptom is the patchy skin that is caused from lack of pigment in some areas compared to others. It is more prominent in dark skinned persons, or may be noticeable more after a light skinned person has exposure to the sun.

Answer by  leah84 (1043)

A doctor can test your skin for vitiligo, but only if you start to show signs of the disease or if it runs in your family.

Answer by  carrice3 (70)

when i was growing up in my miami i would see people with the skin disorder. At first youll see little spec of white discoloration and the become bigger and all over the skin i would see the true skin color the pilling from their lips and it's pink.