Long-Term Follow-Up of Pediatric Trachyonychia

The study reviewed 11 children with isolated pediatric trachyonychia, a nail disease, to understand its long-term progression. The children, with an average age of onset at 2.7 years, were followed for an average of 66 months. Treatments varied, with most receiving potent topical corticosteroids, while others used petrolatum or vitamin supplements. One child also had alopecia areata. Results showed that 82% of the children experienced nail improvement over time, indicating that pediatric trachyonychia often improves regardless of treatment.