Vitiligo- is vitiligo genetic issue

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I want to confirm, is the vitiligo (white patches in body) is genetic issue. What is percentage of chances that it will transfer to the children or grandchildren.? If grandfather has the vitiligo and the children is not affected by that then what is the percentage of chance that it will occur in grandchildren. Please suggest me with the answer?

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Though genetic is one of the cause.. not everyone will be affected.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos

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