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GlossaryPediatric Patients

refer to children receiving medical care

Pediatric Patients, also known as Child Patients or Pediatric Cases, refer to individuals from birth up to 18 years of age who are receiving medical care. This group requires specialized medical attention due to their unique physiological and developmental needs, which differ significantly from those of adults.

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Retrospective Analysis of the Effect of Comorbid Atopic Dermatitis on the Treatment Response to Topical Immunotherapy in Pediatric Alopecia Areata Patients

research Retrospective Analysis of the Effect of Comorbid Atopic Dermatitis on the Treatment Response to Topical Immunotherapy in Pediatric Alopecia Areata Patients

January 2024 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

Atopic dermatitis in kids with alopecia areata can predict poor response to topical immunotherapy.

research Skin Changes in Pediatric Transplant Patients

4 citations, October 2005 in “Pediatric Transplantation”

Pediatric transplant patients often experience unique skin changes mainly due to medication use.

research Dermatologic Adverse Events in Pediatric Patients Receiving Targeted Anticancer Therapies: A Pooled Analysis

26 citations, February 2015 in “Pediatric blood & cancer”

Targeted anticancer therapies in children often cause skin side effects like rash and dry skin.

research Prevalence of Dermatoses Among Pediatric Patients in a Secondary Hospital in Eskisehir, Turkey: A Cross-Sectional Study

November 2018 in “Archives of clinical and experimental medicine”

Acne, viral warts, and contact dermatitis are the most common skin conditions in kids at a hospital in Eskisehir, Turkey.

research Response to Ustekinumab in Three Pediatric Patients with Alopecia Areata

25 citations, October 2018 in “Pediatric dermatology”

Ustekinumab helped three kids with alopecia areata regrow hair.

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

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 11 months 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 Topical finasteride now the safest possible path?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 82 upvotes 5 months ago

Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.

community Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)

in Treatment 55 upvotes 7 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 [25, F] [RANT] Shedding since March 2020. This just isn’t fair.

in Female 42 upvotes 3 years ago

User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hair loss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hair loss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hair loss.

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.

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