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GlossaryPediatric Inflammatory Disease

group of childhood conditions causing chronic or acute inflammation

Pediatric Inflammatory Disease refers to a group of conditions in children that involve chronic or acute inflammation, which is the body's response to harmful stimuli such as infections, injuries, or autoimmune reactions. These diseases can affect various organs and systems, leading to symptoms like fever, pain, swelling, and fatigue. Examples include juvenile idiopathic arthritis and pediatric inflammatory bowel disease.

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research Adverse Events Associated with Azathioprine Treatment in Korean Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients

16 citations, January 2013 in “Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology & Nutrition”

Azathioprine caused side effects in over half of the Korean pediatric inflammatory bowel disease patients, requiring close monitoring.

research Symptom Management in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

8 citations, April 2015 in “Expert Review of Gastroenterology & Hepatology”

Effective symptom management in IBD improves quality of life and prevents complications.

research Prevalence of Skin Lesions in Brazilian Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

January 2023 in “Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira”

Brazilian patients with inflammatory bowel disease have a high rate of skin problems compared to healthy people.

research Immune-Mediated Diseases of the Central Nervous System

4 citations, November 2016 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America”

The document explains the difficulty in diagnosing and treating brain diseases caused by the immune system and stresses the need for quick and accurate tests.

research The Profibrogenic Role of Neutrophil Extracellular Traps in Stenotic Crohn's Disease: A New Antifibrotic Target?

May 2022 in “Gastroenterology”

Targeting NETs may help reduce fibrosis in Crohn's disease.

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community Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)

in Treatment 53 upvotes 8 months ago

A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.

community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

in Chat 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.

community Dermatologist wants me to stop topical min+fin as a teen

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 1 year ago

A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.

community 15yo with severe anxiety from Norwood 2.5 and thinning

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A 15-year-old experiencing hair loss and anxiety is using minoxidil and microneedling but is advised against starting finasteride or dutasteride due to age. The discussion emphasizes consulting a doctor, considering hormonal evaluations, and exploring non-medication coping strategies.

community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

in Research/Science 47 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

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