research Prevalence of pediatric alopecia areata among 572,617 dermatology patients
Pediatric alopecia areata is rare, affecting more girls than boys, and peaks at ages 9-12.
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research Impact of Pediatric Alopecia Areata on Quality of Life of Patients and Their Family Members: A Nationwide Multicenter Questionnaire Study
In this study, the severity of pediatric alopecia areata was found to decrease the quality of life for both patients and their families while increasing the overall burden.
research Clinical response to oral tofacitinib in pediatric patients with alopecia areata
This research abstract describes alopecia areata as an autoimmune disease causing hair loss due to an inflammatory response mediated by the JAK/STAT signaling pathway. The condition, which affects young people disproportionately, lacks a cure and entails significant psychosocial challenges, despite varied treatment attempts.
research Associations between season, climate, and pediatric alopecia areata flares in Providence, Rhode Island
In this retrospective study of 123 pediatric alopecia areata patients, hair loss episodes were most frequent in winter and showed significant correlations with air pressure and hours of sunlight, especially in non-atopic individuals, suggesting a role for climate factors in seasonal hair loss patterns.
research Clinical Presentations and Comorbidities of Pediatric Alopecia Areata
This review examines the clinical presentation of alopecia areata in children and compares it to adult-onset cases, noting that data on pediatric cases is scarce and often varies, with reported onset typically between ages 6 and 12.
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8 / 801 results- Heard alopecia areata leaves scar-like spots? Some peptides are helping those areas regrow hair. Alopecia areata patches usually still have living follicles. Peptides are being studied as a possible add-on, but the evidence is small and early. See a dermatologist for treatment.
- Is bimatoprost effective for people with alopecia areata? Bimatoprost may stimulate hair growth but lacks strong evidence for alopecia areata.
- Got small bald circles with no warning? Centella creams might calm the area and kickstart new growth. There is no published human trial of Centella asiatica for alopecia areata or any other hair loss; the only hair-related studies are cell-culture work. Community users describe Centella creams as soothing for an irritated scalp, not as regrowth treatments, and a new bald patch needs a doctor's diagnosis first.
- What makes alopecia areata different from other types of hair loss, and can topical Salicylic acid treatments help regrow the affected areas? Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition, and salicylic acid does not promote hair regrowth.
- Got small bald patches they say are from stress? PP405 sprays could help bring them back to life. PP405 is an experimental topical gel from Pelage Pharmaceuticals that inhibits the mitochondrial pyruvate carrier; its registered Phase 2 trial (NCT06393452) tested it once daily in 78 adults with pattern hair loss, for safety and tolerability. It is not approved, not for sale, and has not been studied in alopecia areata or stress-related shedding.
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4 / 1000+ resultscommunity Recommendations for Houston derm that specializes in Alopecia
A user is seeking recommendations for a dermatologist in Houston specializing in alopecia areata for her daughter. A doctor actively researching alopecia areata in young people was suggested.
community just got diagnosed with androgenic alopecia at 15 and i feel like im at the end of my rope
A 15-year-old is upset about androgenic alopecia and its effect on self-esteem. Recommendations include minoxidil, microneedling, hair systems, and focusing on self-confidence and therapy.
community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.
community Diffuse Alopecia
A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.
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