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      Alopecia in Children: The Most Common Causes

      research Alopecia in Children: The Most Common Causes

      20 citations, July 1990 in “Pediatrics in Review”
      The four main causes of hair loss in children are fungal infections, pulling out hair, autoimmune hair loss, and stress-related hair shedding.

      research Hypertension in Children and Adolescents

      15 citations, August 2017 in “Pediatrics in review”
      Regular blood pressure checks and lifestyle changes are crucial for managing hypertension in children and teens.

      research Precocious Puberty: Incidence, Causes, and Treatment

      13 citations, October 2006 in “Pediatrics in review”
      Early puberty is more common in girls and African-American children, possibly due to nutrition, obesity, stress, and environmental factors, and is treated with hormone therapy.
      Acne and Its Management

      research Acne and Its Management

      7 citations, November 2013 in “Pediatrics in Review”
      Acne is a chronic skin condition not caused by poor hygiene or diet, and it requires long-term treatment and patient education.

      research Menstrual Disorders

      7 citations, January 2013 in “Pediatrics in review”
      The document says menstruation is important for women's health, discusses menstrual disorders, and suggests personalized treatment options.

      research Disorders of Sex Development

      4 citations, August 2021 in “Pediatrics in review”
      DSDs are birth conditions causing unusual sex development, managed with personalized care and sometimes surgery, but still lack a standard treatment approach.

      research Tineas—Superficial Dermatophyte Infections

      4 citations, November 1998 in “Pediatrics in review”
      Scalp fungal infections need oral antifungals, while other skin fungal infections can be treated with creams; keep areas dry and don't stop treatment early.

      research Tinea Corporis and Tinea Capitis

      3 citations, May 2007 in “Pediatrics in review”
      Ringworm of the body and scalp is treated with antifungal creams and oral medication, and children with scalp ringworm don't need to miss school.

      research Tineas: Superficial Dermatophyte Infections

      3 citations, November 1998 in “Pediatrics in review”
      For hair fungal infections, take oral antifungals; for skin and nail infections, use topical antifungals, and keep affected areas cool and dry.
      Headband Alopecia

      research Headband Alopecia

      2 citations, December 1995 in “Pediatrics”
      Infant hair loss is usually temporary and grows back without treatment.

      research Diseases of the Scalp

      2 citations, October 1985 in “Pediatrics in review”
      Scalp diseases change with age and can be hard to tell apart from hair disorders.
      Acne And Its Management

      research Acne And Its Management

      1 citations, November 2013 in “Pediatrics in Review”
      Effective acne treatment and patient education are crucial to prevent long-term physical and psychological effects.

      research Vitamins

      1 citations, August 2012 in “Pediatrics in review”
      Not getting enough vitamin D can lead to health problems, so kids over one should get 600 IU/day.

      research Malabsorptive Disorders of Childhood

      1 citations, October 2010 in “Pediatrics in review”
      Early diagnosis of malabsorptive disorders in children is crucial to prevent long-term malnutrition.
      Index of Suspicion: Hair Loss and Parasitic Infections

      research Index of Suspicion: Hair Loss and Parasitic Infections

      1 citations, October 2000 in “Pediatrics in Review”
      The document says that hookworms are treated with mebendazole and stress-related hair loss usually gets better in 6 months, while other hair loss types have specific treatments.
      Secondary Amenorrhea in a 15-Year-Old Girl

      research Secondary Amenorrhea in a 15-Year-Old Girl

      February 2024 in “Pediatrics in review”
      A 15-year-old girl with missed periods was diagnosed with a pituitary disorder and treated with hormones and steroids.