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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.
Answered 8/19/2017
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