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Glossary Hair Discoloration

alteration in natural hair color due to various factors

Hair discoloration, also known as hair color change or hair pigment change, refers to the alteration in the natural color of hair. This can occur due to various factors such as aging, genetic predisposition, environmental exposure (e.g., sun, chlorine), chemical treatments (e.g., dyeing, bleaching), or medical conditions (e.g., vitiligo, nutritional deficiencies). The change is typically due to variations in the levels or distribution of melanin, the pigment responsible for hair color.

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research Hair discoloration caused by minoxidil lotion

6 citations , December 1989 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Minoxidil lotion can cause hair discoloration.

research Psychiatric shades of grey: mirtazapine-induced hair discoloration and hair loss

2 citations , February 2016 in “Irish journal of psychological medicine”

In this case report, a 54-year-old male experienced hair loss and discoloration after starting mirtazapine, with full hair regrowth and color restoration occurring within 10 weeks of stopping the medication.

research Ketoconazole shampoo-induced hair discoloration,

1 citations , November 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology”

Ketoconazole shampoo can cause rare pink hair discoloration.

research Simultaneous HBV Reactivation and Hair Discoloration Under Secukinumab Treatment.

May 2025 in “PubMed”

In this case report, a 36-year-old patient undergoing secukinumab treatment for psoriasis experienced both hepatitis B reactivation and hair discoloration, suggesting a potential link between these effects, though further studies are needed to understand this relationship.

research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Topical minoxidil reported hair discoloration: a cross-sectional study.

August 2023 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature”

Minoxidil users may experience hair discoloration, especially with long-term use and a family history of gray hair.

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community Hair transplant 4 month update 3900 grafts and

449 upvotes 10 months ago

A 24-year-old shared a 4-month update on their hair transplant of 3900 grafts done by Dr. Serkan Aygin in Turkey, costing 3100 euros. They have been using topical minoxidil at night and 1mg of finasteride daily for about a year and a half before the transplant.

community I use Hair Fibres pretty much everyday, is that okay?

in Product 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Using hair fibers daily is generally fine, but it's important to choose a quality keratin-based product to avoid scalp irritation. The user combines hair fibers with a regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole.

community What are your unpopular opinions on hair loss and its treatments?

59 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants are more accessible and effective now. Concerns about side effects and skepticism about new treatments like hair cloning and GT20029 remain.

community is this good ? did anyone try it ?

in Ketoconazole 4 upvotes 1 year ago

Ketoconazole is discussed as a treatment for hair loss, with mixed reviews on its effectiveness and side effects. Some users find it helpful for scalp conditions, while others report it makes hair feel dry and doesn't aid regrowth.

community Minoxidil has been both a blessing and a curse

153 upvotes 3 months ago

Minoxidil can cause dark circles and aging appearance in some users, leading them to stop its use despite hair regrowth benefits. Some users suggest reducing dosage or switching to oral minoxidil to minimize side effects.

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