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Is Grey Hair Caused Due To Rheumatoid Arthritis Medication?

Hi Doctor, I am 27 years(male). I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis at the age of 23. I am taking medication of RA disease. I have noticed that suddenly my beard is getting grey quickly in 6 months. Although my hair staring getting grey 2 years before. Is there any connection with the medication which i am taking for R.A disease. Last time doctor told me that I have vitamin D deficiency.Please advice me
Mon, 27 Jan 2014
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Hello,

I have studied your case with diligence.

Medication like methotrexate used for rheumatoid arthritis can lead to greying of hairs.
So if you are taking that medicine for RA then you need to consult your doctor.

Yes vitamin D deficiency can lead to greying of hairs so take supplements.

Harmone imbalance like hypothyroidism also leads to similar complain.so check your thyroid profile.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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Is Grey Hair Caused Due To Rheumatoid Arthritis Medication?

Hello, I have studied your case with diligence. Medication like methotrexate used for rheumatoid arthritis can lead to greying of hairs. So if you are taking that medicine for RA then you need to consult your doctor. Yes vitamin D deficiency can lead to greying of hairs so take supplements. Harmone imbalance like hypothyroidism also leads to similar complain.so check your thyroid profile. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.