Question 1

can you tell me if there are diseases that cause white or gray hair at an early age, without many serious side effects?

Accepted Answer

Copper deficiency : Some situations that cause a low level of copper in your blood could cause premature greying.  It also can cause aneurisms, which is a serious complication.  So have your blood levels checked.

Question 2

can use of lime with oil for oiling hair be a cause of hair graying at an early age? i am 22 yr old female

Accepted Answer

No: it could be genetics, stress  and some same lack of zinc

Question 3

what is the youngest age for you to start getting gray hair?

Accepted Answer

No telling: Genetics plays crucial role in that. Grey hair has been reported in small kids, and some are born with streaks of it, so it's hard to tell when you're going to get your first one.

Question 4

hi 
i have gray hair on my head and it is constantly increasing what should i do to stop it. my age is 22 and i am a boy.

Accepted Answer

Not much you can do: You can except it as part of your uniqueness or dye your hair.  The best prediction of how soon your hair will gray, and how much grey hair you will have in at a given age is your parents' hair.  Although largely determined by hereditary although environmental factors do contribute to graying hair.  Because stress is a proposed contributor, try relaxation techniques and stress reduction.

Question 5

is having grey hair at 32 years old normal. my wife is 40 n has none. does this indicate my poor health since grey is sign of ageing n i'll die early?

Accepted Answer

Don't be silly: This is a benign genetic trait. Nothing more.

Question 6

at what age is normal for gray hair to appear on chest and other parts of the body?

Accepted Answer

Rarely in teens: This probably starts most commonly in the 40's but can start at quite a young age in some individuals. Sometimes there is a family tendency for early graying.

Question 7

hallo doc, what causes gray hair grows at a young age ?

Accepted Answer

Graying of hair is: related to genetic predisposition. Age of initial graying is largely a matter of genetics. However stressors: nutritional deficiencies, chemotherapy, traumatic head injuries, low vitamin B levels, zinc deficiency, severe illness, surgery &amp; marked emotional stress may impact earlier depigmentation in people who are already predisposed to gray hair. Aging is a significant factor. In general –

Question 8

should i be concerned if my age is 21(male).i started getting gray hairs at very minir extent.how to prevent?

Accepted Answer

Grey Hairs @ 21: Grey hairs can show up at any age. Occasional and sporadic grey hairs at a young age are annoying, but not likely the sign of any disease process. The treatment of grey hairs is the largest single beauty expense. To date, there is no effective treatment except hair coloring or plucking.

Question 9

hi i am 19 and i have found a couple of gray hairs on my scalp, isn't it too early ? what should i do about it? what probably are the causes?

Accepted Answer

Graying of hair is: related to genetic predisposition. Age of initial graying is largely a matter of genetics. However stressors: nutritional deficiencies, chemotherapy, traumatic head injuries, low vitamin B levels, zinc deficiency, severe illness, surgery &amp; marked emotional stress may impact earlier depigmentation in people who are already predisposed to gray hair. Aging is a significant factor. In general –

Question 10

my age is 21(male).i started getting gray hairs at very young age. it seems to have slowed down but how do i prevent this?

Accepted Answer

Graying of hair is: related to genetic predisposition. Age of initial graying is largely a matter of genetics. However stressors: nutritional deficiencies, chemotherapy, traumatic head injuries, low vitamin B levels, zinc deficiency, severe illness, surgery &amp; marked emotional stress may impact earlier depigmentation in people who are already predisposed to gray hair. Aging is a significant factor. In general –

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Can you tell me if there are diseases that cause white or gray hair at an early age, without many serious side effects?

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Can use of lime with oil for oiling hair be a cause of hair graying at an early age? i am 22 yr old female

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What is the youngest age for you to start getting gray hair?

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Hi i have gray hair on my head and it is constantly increasing what should i do to stop it. my age is 22 and i am a boy.

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Is having grey hair at 32 years old normal. my wife is 40 n has none. does this indicate my poor health since grey is sign of ageing n i'll die early?

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At what age is normal for gray hair to appear on chest and other parts of the body?

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Hallo doc, what causes gray hair grows at a young age ?

A member asked:

Should i be concerned if my age is 21(male).i started getting gray hairs at very minir extent.how to prevent?

A member asked:

Hi i am 19 and i have found a couple of gray hairs on my scalp, isn't it too early ? what should i do about it? what probably are the causes?

A member asked:

My age is 21(male).i started getting gray hairs at very young age. it seems to have slowed down but how do i prevent this?

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