- Male
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm noticing that my beard and scalp hair are turning white really quickly. Could you tell me what kind of test I should do to check if there's any vitamin deficiency causing this?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
it can be caused by various factors, including genetics, aging, stress, and nutritional deficiencies. To determine if a vitamin or mineral deficiency do comprehensive metabolic panel , look for vit b12,b9,,b7,vit d, iron, cu,zinc deficiencies
Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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