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  • Immunodermatology
  • Endocrinology
  • Genetics

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  • Vitiligo involves complex autoimmune mechanisms with numerous biomarkers.
  • Chronic autoimmune thyroiditis is frequently associated with vitiligo.
  • Genetic predisposition and environmental factors contribute to vitiligo development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the relationship between vitiligo and chronic autoimmune thyroiditis.
  • To explore shared autoimmune pathways and pathomechanisms.

Main Methods:

  • Narrative review of existing literature.
  • Analysis of immunological markers (CD4/CD8 T cells, cytokines, chemokines).
  • Examination of genetic associations (HLA, FOXD3) and oxidative stress markers.

Main Results:

  • Vitiligo lesions show CD8+ T cells activating melanocytes.
  • Shared autoimmune background and oxidative stress (reactive oxygen species) link vitiligo and thyroiditis.
  • Tyrosine is a common target molecule in both conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Vitiligo and chronic autoimmune thyroiditis share common autoimmune triggers and oxidative stress mechanisms.
  • The association is clinically significant, affecting 1-2% of the population.
  • Understanding shared pathways aids in clinical management for various practitioners.