It is normal for hair to turn white or gray as a person ages. But gray hair at a young age can result from hereditary, too much stress, autoimmune conditions (alopecia and vitiligo), over or underactive thyroid, vitamin B12 deficiency, and smoking.
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I have white hairs. How to prevent this?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20 year old. I have 20 to 25 strands of white hair. Can I stop this? Which oil is best to prevent white hair? Which shampoo do you suggest? What is the right way to use the oil and shampoo? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. Try these things to control further graying of hair. Add raisins, figs and curry leaves to your diet. Use Mahabhringraj oil (Bhringaraja, Amalaki, Sesame oil) for your hair. Take coconut oil and add lemon juice to it and apply it on your sca... Read Full »
I am suffering from hair loss, graying hair, dandruff, and baldness. kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am suffering from hair loss, graying hair, dandruff, and baldness for the last five years. I am also suffering from constipation and gas problems. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are several causes for hair loss and premature graying of hair. Changed food habits and lifestyles, excessive use of different kinds of shampoo and conditioner, and hereditary are the major causes. You can prevent them somewhat after changing your food habits and ... Read Full »
I have signs of premature aging. Please suggest a homeopathy cure.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 21 year old. I am suffering from dark circles and fine lines and wrinkles around eyes even with dark facial hairs and loose facial skin. In short, I am finding signs of premature aging, hair greying, and excessive hair loss. Please please help me out. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand you have been suffering from the signs of premature aging. The most common cause for this is lack of sleep and very stressful life. Firstly, I would advise you to take proper rest and sleep every day for seven to eight hours and try to manage or reduce t... Read Full »
I am 18 years old, and half of my hair has turned gray. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old, and 50 % of my hair has turned white. Kindly advise. It has been more than three years since my hair started turning white. I have started applying herbal Heena in the last five months. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and saw the attached file (attachments have been removed to protect the patient's identity). The main cause of premature greying of hair can be due to nutritional deficiencies, genetics, or due to some underlying health problems. So the hair wh... Read Full »
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