Zinc Deficiency and Its Management in the Pediatric Population: A Literature Review and Proposed Etiologic Classification

May 2013 in “ Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ”

Michael Corbo, Joseph M. Lam

zinc deficiency alopecia dermatitis cutaneous symptoms

TLDR Zinc deficiency in children can cause skin issues and can be serious if not diagnosed and treated properly.

The review highlighted that zinc deficiency, a condition affecting various bodily systems, often presented with cutaneous symptoms such as alopecia and dermatitis, particularly in moderate to severe cases. It emphasized the diagnostic challenges and potential fatality of zinc deficiency, especially in children. The review aimed to address the cutaneous manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and treatment options for pediatric zinc deficiency, and proposed a new etiologic classification system to better understand and manage the condition.

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