- female
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really seeing some major color changes on a vitiligo patch on my head after using melgain and tacrolimus 0.03 ointment for just a month. While that's encouraging, I'm feeling a bit anxious about what the future might hold. Could you help me understand what to expect long-term with these treatments and if theres anything I should watch out for?
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