Background: Vitiligo is a common skin problem affecting people globally. Though usually symptomless, it is associated with many taboos and social stigma in India. In this study, we analyzed the clinicoepidemiological profile of vitiligo patients visiting dermatology opd of a tertiary care centre of east India. Aim: A clinical study of vitiligo to know profile of patients suffering from vitiligo with associated cofactors. Methods: All patients of vitiligo visiting dermatology opd of All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna from March 2013 to February 2015, were included in the study. Result: Of 256 vitiligo patients included in the study, 51.5% (132) were males and 48.4% (124) were females. Most common morphological patterns noted were vitiligo vulgaris in 49.6% (127) patients. Most common site of onset was lower limbs in 26.56% (68) patients. Koebner phenomenon was present in 23.8% (61 cases). Leucotrichia was noted in 17.8% (46 patients). Most common associated condition noted was thyroid disorders in 6.6% (17) cases.

Keywords: Vitiligo; Bihar; Clinical Pattern