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17; i have grey hair, people say it's wisdom hair or it's because i'm under stress be's the reason. i don't comply, why do i have grey hair at age 17?
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Genetics: If you father or mother had grey hair at a young age in all likelihood you will too. Check back in your family tree and see how many persons became prematurely grey.
Answered 9/18/2017
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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 & marked emotional stress may impact earlier depigmentation in people who are already predisposed to gray hair. Aging is a significant factor. In general –
Answered 11/28/2017
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