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What Causes Pre-mature Hair Greying In A Child?
My daughter is 13 years old and already 20% of her hair is grey she is on medication but.my dermatologist said the grey cannot be reversed but we can stop from further greying.even though the intensity of greying has reduced it has not stopped completely.can u plz help me
Thu, 14 Mar 2019
Hello,
Pre-mature hair greying in a child is mostly genetic. However, should check vitamins D, A, B to rule out related deficiencies.
If not, then, it's normal and is inherited. So, do not get scared, but discuss with her dermatologist to run these diagnostic tests.
All the best.
Dr.Albana Sejdini
Pre-mature hair greying in a child is mostly genetic. However, should check vitamins D, A, B to rule out related deficiencies.
If not, then, it's normal and is inherited. So, do not get scared, but discuss with her dermatologist to run these diagnostic tests.
All the best.
Dr.Albana Sejdini
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