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Chinese Woman Divorced Over Vitiligo: A Heartbreaking Tale

1/26/2026

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Li, a 36-year-old woman in Shangqiu, China, was divorced by her husband due to baldness caused by vitiligo.
Her illness began two years ago, during which she devoted herself to family duties.
Her husband neglected her since the illness began.
Li sought media assistance to share her story, highlighting the emotional toll of her husband's treatment.
Her vitiligo causes pigment loss and has significantly affected her appearance.

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Story summary

Li, a 36-year-old woman in Shangqiu, China, was divorced by her husband due to baldness caused by vitiligo.
Her illness began two years ago, during which she devoted herself to family duties.
Her husband neglected her since the illness began.
Li sought media assistance to share her story, highlighting the emotional toll of her husband's treatment.
Her vitiligo causes pigment loss and has significantly affected her appearance.