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Medical Conditions - Poliosis

Poliosis refers to a condition that causes a white patch or white streaks of hair. White hair or patches are caused due to melanin deficiency in the hair follicles. Poliosis can occur at any age. It is possible for someone to have poliosis since birth. Poliosis is easy to identify as it appears as white or grey patches in any area of the body that has hair.

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What can be the cause of small white heads above my lips?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am very sorry about your medical condition, and I am glad that it is good that you are paying attention to changes in your body.

What causes two different colors of eyelashes and hair?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This condition is called poliosis. This may be due to: 1. Wardenburg syndrome. 2. Tuberculosis. 3. Piebaldism, etc. 4. Thyroid problems. 5.

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