Treatment of Alopecia in Children

    December 2021 in “ Journal of Drugs in Dermatology ”
    Pranshu Mishra, Anant Patil, Rodney Sinclair, Michael R. Gold, Lidia Rudnicka, Stephan Grabbe, Mohamad Goldust
    TLDR Early diagnosis and treatment of alopecia in children are crucial for managing physical and psychological impacts.
    The document discussed the various causes and treatment strategies for alopecia in children, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis to manage the condition effectively. Non-scarring conditions like telogen effluvium, tinea capitis, and alopecia areata were noted as common causes, while less common causes included thyroid disorders and systemic diseases. Diagnosis involved a detailed history and examination, including scalp and hair analysis, and sometimes additional tests like blood counts and thyroid function tests. Treatment varied based on the cause, with dermatologists typically providing appropriate care. However, some conditions lacked effective treatments, and no single treatment was universally satisfactory. For tinea capitis, a range of antifungal treatments was used, with specific considerations for drug interactions and treatment duration.
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