Premature Graying of Hair: Review with Updates

Overview

Journal Int J Trichology

Date 2019 Jan 5

PMID 30607038

Citations 15

Authors

Anagha Bangalore Kumar

Huma Shamim

Umashankar Nagaraju

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Abstract

Premature graying of hair (PGH) is defined as graying of hair before the age of 20 years in Caucasians and before 30 years in African American population. It can severely affect the self-esteem of an individual. The exact etiopathogenesis remains unknown, although it has been associated with premature aging disorders, atopy, and autoimmune diseases. Patients, who present with PGH, should be assessed for syndromes and metabolism diseases. Hair dyes remain the main modality of the treatment for cosmetic concerns after nutritional supplementation.

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