TLDR A 3-year-old boy was diagnosed with a rare, non-scarring hair loss condition called temporal triangular alopecia.
Temporal triangular alopecia (TTA) is a rare, non-scarring form of hair loss characterized by an alopecic patch in the frontotemporal region, which can be present at birth or develop early in life. The condition's etiology is unknown, and it is diagnosed based on clinical and dermoscopic examination. Differential diagnoses include alopecia areata, trichotillomania, tractional alopecia, and congenital aplasia cutis. Misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments are common due to its rarity. The document presented a case report of a 3-year-old boy diagnosed with TTA.
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November 2000 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions and is easy to diagnose, but rare types require careful evaluation.
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January 2019 in “Paediatrics and Child Health” The document concludes that understanding hair biology and recognizing hair conditions are crucial for managing and treating hair loss in children.
May 2024 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” 5% topical minoxidil effectively treated a boy's congenital triangular alopecia without side effects.
February 2014 in “Medicine - Programa De Formación Médica Continuada Acreditado” The document concludes that non-scarring alopecias can be reversed, but scarring alopecias cause permanent hair loss.
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November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
