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Why do i have so many grey hairs? i've always had since i was young before i even started dying my hair. why do i have so much grey hair? i'm 20
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Genetics: Usually hair color, including your gray, is related to your genetics. Rarely is it the result of medications, stress, etc.
Answered 9/17/2017
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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 9/17/2017
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