Question 1

what could cause my hair to turn curly at age 60?

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Hair Loss in Women: Hair loss in men occurs secondary to the influence of male hormones such as testosterone and testosterone derivatives which affect  sensitive hair follicles. In women there is a change in hormonal balance with age causing relatively higher testosterone levels that influence hair density and texture. Medical conditions such as thyroid levels also affect hair growth.

Question 2

what could cause grey hair at the age of 12?

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Varies: Gray hair is a sign of degredation of melanin pigment in hair follicles. This can occur in young age genetically, and in the 30's or 40's in some people.  Many people don't turn gray until they're very old.

Question 3

hair loss at the age of 31 what could be the causes ?

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Hair loss: Hair loss at a young age can be genetic or due to medical illnesses like thyroid disorders or other hormonal changes, autoimmune diseases, stress,vitamin deficiencies,scalp infections, some medications or poor hair care. A dermatologist can determine whether the hair loss is permanent or temporary and can recommend appropriate testing for health issues.

Question 4

what could cause hair loss at the age of 23?

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Lots: You should see your dermatologist for treatment and evaluation to get the correct diagnosis and treatment.

Question 5

please advise as to what could be a main reason for hair fall in women , age 23?

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Thyroid gland: Dysfunction can be a cause, however there are several other causes, including no obvious cause, you need to see a dermatologist, start with your primary doctor for initial evaluation, best wishes

Question 6

what are the causes of hair loss in age 18-22?

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Stress or thyroid pr: Mostly come from stress or thyroid problem. Sometime scalp infection can cause hair loss. Go see your doctor to get a full exam.

Question 7

please tell me what things cause hair whitening or graying before age?

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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

i am having harefall .i don't know the reason behind it. my hair is becoming very thin.. at the age of 17. can you tell me what to do or what to check?

Accepted Answer

Depends on cause...: One's primary care doctor can check for medical causes. If none are found, then one can see a dermatologist, especially one specializing in hair restoration (some treatments: minoxidil, etc, ...). Medical causes may include: hormonal problems (low thyroid), seborrhea, alopecia areata, stressful illness. Other causes: genetic male/female pattern baldness, telogen effluvium.

Question 9

what besides age causes loss of hair or slow down in growth of hair?

Accepted Answer

Stress,thyroid : Disease, iron deficiency anemia, autoimmune/ chronic illness, medication side effect etc. May cause hair loss. http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/mobileart.asp?articlekey=10560&page=1.

Question 10

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 –

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