U.S. doctors online nowAsk doctors free
ZA
A 24-year-old female asked:

I am 24 year old female and i have started noticing grey hairs. i have a scalp skin condition that has not properly diagnosed. but it has been treated as eczema and psoriasis before. could this be causing premature grey hair?

1 doctor answer2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Donald Colantino
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
Gray hair: I doubt that the skin disorder is related to your premature gray hair. Autoimmune disease, genetics, vitamin deficiency, stress, thyroid or other hormonal changes and even stress have been named as causes. Your dermatologist can advise you best and order appropriate tests.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Last updated Oct 14, 2019

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.