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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Demographic Characteristics and Association of Serum Vitamin B12, Ferritin, and Thyroid Function with Premature Canities in Indian Patients from an Urban Skin Clinic of North India: A Retrospective Analysis of 71 Cases
Low levels of vitamin B12 and ferritin are linked to early hair graying.
research Biology of Hair Pigmentation and Its Role in Premature Canities
Early hair graying is often inherited and influenced by genetics, environment, and lifestyle, but treatment options are limited.
research Exploration of Potential Lipid Biomarkers for Premature Canities by UPLC-QTOF-MS Analyses of Hair Follicle Roots
Researchers found that certain lipids, especially vitamin D3, are lower in prematurely grey hair than in pigmented hair.
research Serum Iron, Ferritin, and Calcium Levels in Premature Canities
People with early graying hair often have lower levels of iron, ferritin, and calcium.
research Premature Greying of Hair (Premature Canities): A Concern for Parent and Child
Genetics, stress, and health issues can cause early hair greying, which affects self-esteem, and there's no cure, only hair dye.
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5 / 155 resultscommunity Has any premature balding guys actually saved and maintained their hair?
A user discusses their struggle with aggressive hair loss starting at a young age and their use of various treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, without significant success. Other users share their experiences and suggest trying oral finasteride or dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and maintaining a vitamin regimen, while noting potential side effects like gynecomastia.
community Any other females with no family history of hair loss?
A female experiencing premature full-blown male pattern baldness with no family history of hair loss, and other users sharing their experiences.
community Tretinoin potentially can make hair loss worse ?
Tretinoin may worsen hair loss by inducing premature hair follicle regression. It can be used with minoxidil to increase absorption but should not be used alone.
community Does Vitamin C serum negate the the collagen reduction that Minoxidil causes?
Minoxidil can inhibit collagen production, potentially causing premature aging. The user is inquiring if Vitamin C serum or derma rolling can counteract this effect.
community Minoxidil inhibits lysyl hydroxylase which is needed to produce collagen. If I take 2,5...5 mg of minoxidil every day can I cause my skin to age prematurely?
Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss and unlikely to significantly affect collagen synthesis, making it a safe option without causing premature skin aging. Users report positive hair regrowth without noticeable skin aging.