Linear Alopecia Areata in a 4-Year-Old Patient: A Rare Clinical Variant

January 2025 in “ Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology ”

Rhonda Latsaheb, Samskruthi Muske, Sudharani Chintagunta

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Studysummary This case report documents the youngest recorded instance of a linear variant of alopecia areata in a 4-year-old child, highlighting the uniqueness and rarity of this clinical presentation and noting its possible association with favorable prognosis, though further evidence is needed.

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