Is premature graying in adolescents related to vitiligo?
Disease description:
My child is 16 years old. After coming home for the holiday, I noticed many white hairs on his head. Recently, he was diagnosed with vitiligo. I would like to know whether the cause of premature graying in adolescents is related to vitiligo.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wan
The main causes of premature graying in adolescents are genetic factors, pathological conditions, and bacterial irritation, while the lack of melanin associated with pathological factors is not directly related. It is clear that the causes of premature graying in adolescents have no connection with vitiligo. However, to effectively treat premature graying, it is essential to identify the underlying triggers in order to provide more targeted treatment. In fact, apart from genetic factors, premature graying is also related to imbalances in blood circulation and deficiency within the individual's body. It should be noted that there is little correlation between premature graying and conditions such as leukemia or vitiligo. Therefore, traditional Chinese medicine primarily focuses on liver protection, nourishing the blood, nourishing yin, and tonifying the kidneys, with main treatments including Yangxue Shengfa Capsules, Jingyu Granules, and similar formulations.
