Alopecia Areata Ophiasic with Ciliary Madarosis in a Pediatric Patient: Case Report
July 2025
in “
Journal of Dermatology Research Reviews & Reports
”
Studysummary In this case study, a 10-year-old girl with infantile ophiastic alopecia areata and ciliary madarosis showed excellent hair and eyelash regrowth after 56 days of treatment involving oral corticosteroids, topical minoxidil, and clobetasol hair lotion, following an initial diagnosis and psychological evaluation.
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A 10-year-old girl was diagnosed with infantile ophiastic alopecia areata and ciliary madarosis following the loss of her grandmother, which also led to a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder. Physical examination showed band-like alopecia and partial eyelash loss. Treatment included oral corticosteroids, topical minoxidil, clobetasol hair lotion, and ophthalmic latanoprost. After 56 days, significant hair and eyelash regrowth were observed, indicating an excellent therapeutic response.
