1 year old with a grey hair strand
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I had the same thing with one of my children (had more than one) and I did enquire at the Drs next time I went. It can be a due to a lack of certain vitamins and sometimes illness. Have a look at the link below
http://www.drgreene.com/21_30.html
http://www.drgreene.com/21_30.html
elephantine
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I wouldn't worry about just a single grey hair. I apparently had one when I was about 3 years old and then didn't have another one until close to 30...
I know Cara, so was I ! Just mentioned it in passing to the Dr whilst we were getting some shots. The Dr had to look it up !!!
My child had more like 10 grey hairs.
Taken from above article.
"Gray hair in a child should be investigated. When I see a child with gray hairs in the office, I look to three sources to try to determine the underlying cause. First, I find out what I can about the family history. Next, I perform a thorough physical examination looking for helpful clues. Finally, I obtain three laboratory tests: a vitamin B12 level, a complete blood count (CBC), and a thyroid function panel."
My child had more like 10 grey hairs.
Taken from above article.
"Gray hair in a child should be investigated. When I see a child with gray hairs in the office, I look to three sources to try to determine the underlying cause. First, I find out what I can about the family history. Next, I perform a thorough physical examination looking for helpful clues. Finally, I obtain three laboratory tests: a vitamin B12 level, a complete blood count (CBC), and a thyroid function panel."