A Pediatric Case of Severe Allergic Conjunctivitis with Underlying Alopecia Areata

    January 2023 in “ Malaysian Journal of Medical Research ”
    Ahmad Syazrin Abdullah Bin Azlan, Nurliza Binti Khaliddin
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    TLDR Early and proper treatment is crucial for children with allergic conjunctivitis to avoid complications.
    A 7-year-old girl with alopecia areata and failure to thrive was referred for persistent bilateral eye redness and tearing, initially presenting at 4 months old with tearing. Examination revealed bilateral allergic conjunctivitis and cornea scarring due to multiple visits and undertreatment. The case highlights how young age, lack of verbal complaints, and parental management can lead to underdiagnosis and poorer prognosis in pediatric allergic conjunctivitis.
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