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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?
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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 9/17/2017
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