Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Call for Additional Literature in the Pediatric Population

The article highlights the need for more research on Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) in the pediatric population, particularly among Black and Asian adolescents. CCCA, a scarring alopecia, is often underdiagnosed in children due to low suspicion and late presentation. The study emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis to reduce morbidity and psychological impact, noting that the average time to diagnosis is 17.1 months, with significant rates of anxiety and depression. Current treatments include a combination of topical and systemic therapies, but more data is needed to determine the most effective treatments for children.