What are the 10 Most Common Autoimmune Diseases?

9. Vitiligo

Another autoimmune disease that affects the skin is vitiligo. The chronic illness destroys the cells that produce skin pigment, and as such, people with the condition develop white patches of skin devoid of pigmentation. Due to the nature of the disease, it is generally most visible in people with naturally darker skin tones, though it can affect people of every ethnicity. Although there is no cure, the awareness of vitiligo is growing. According to Vitiligo Support International, more than 50 million people are affected by this autoimmune disease worldwide.