Premature Greying of Hair (Premature Canities): A Concern for Parent and Child

    January 2017 in “ Journal of Pigmentary Disorders ”
    Pramod Nigam, P. K. Nigam
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    TLDR Genetics, stress, and health issues can cause early hair greying, which affects self-esteem, and there's no cure, only hair dye.
    The document reviews premature greying of hair, or premature canities, highlighting its impact on self-esteem and social acceptance. It suggests that genetic factors, oxidative stress, and autoimmune diseases may contribute to the condition, with genes like Pax3 and MITE playing a role in melanocyte stem cell function. Premature greying might be an isolated genetic trait or associated with various syndromes and health conditions. Although there is ongoing research, there are no effective treatments for reversing premature greying, with current options being limited to hair colorants and camouflage techniques. The document does not report on a specific study with participants but provides an overview of the condition and its associated challenges.
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