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I'm 26 year old male and is healthy except i got asthma. my hair is greying. is there any treatment for premature greying.?

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Premature Greying: It is just an uncomfortable thing but there is no way to stop the hair follicles from turning to grey. Over the counter products can be tried or find a professional salon and someone you feel comfortable with to color your hair.

Answered 8/23/2012

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Greying hair: First thing to know is that genetics plays the biggest role in early graying- we can't change our genetics. To reduce risks of early graying & hair loss: 1. Don't Smoke. 2. Correct Zinc, Vit B or other nutritional deficiencies. Vegans are at risk for Vit B12 deficiencies. 3. Ensure that your thyroid is healthy. 4. Diets> Eggs are rich in biotin. Dark greens are high in Vit A & C. Omega 3 fatty

Answered 9/18/2017

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