5 citations
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July 2024 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This study reports that dupilumab significantly reduced alopecia areata severity in pediatric patients with atopic dermatitis, indicating potential as an effective treatment option, though further research on long-term safety and optimal use is needed.
January 2024 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This study found that topical immunotherapy was effective in 56.83% of pediatric patients with alopecia areata, but those with co-occurring atopic dermatitis were more likely to show an inadequate response to treatment.
January 2025 in “Frontiers in Pediatrics” This case report describes a child with alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis who showed significant improvement after treatment with baricitinib and corticosteroid ointment, suggesting their potential efficacy and safety.
8 citations
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July 2024 in “Children” This study discusses how emerging biologics and small molecule therapies could enhance disease management and pediatric health outcomes for chronic skin conditions, suggesting their potential inclusion in treatment guidelines pending ongoing clinical trial successes.
19 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that some pediatric patients with alopecia areata experienced hair regrowth with dupilumab treatment, particularly those with concomitant atopic dermatitis, suggesting dupilumab may be beneficial when traditional therapies fail.
June 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The new cream is safe and effective for mild to moderate atopic dermatitis.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “SAGE open medical case reports” This case report describes successful treatment of alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis in a pediatric patient using the Janus kinase 1 inhibitor upadacitinib, with significant hair growth improvements noted after six weeks.
2 citations
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May 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study reported that in a case series of three adolescents with alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis, treatment with 15 mg/day of upadacitinib led to rapid improvement in skin symptoms and significant hair regrowth over 12 months, with no severe adverse events observed.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Reports” This case study reports that a 15-year-old male with multiple autoimmune conditions showed significant improvement in skin and gastrointestinal symptoms, along with hair regrowth, after 16 weeks of treatment with the JAK-1 inhibitor upadacitinib, demonstrating its potential in managing complex autoimmune disorders.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica”
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Atopic dermatitis significantly lowers the quality of life for infants and their families.
10 citations
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March 2021 in “Pediatric dermatology” This article highlights that understanding cultural practices, empathetic patient communication, and social implications can enhance counseling and treatment for pediatric and adolescent patients with skin of color experiencing common dermatological issues like acne, atopic dermatitis, and traction alopecia.
6 citations
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March 2020 in “Jornal de Pediatria” This study found that inflammatory dermatoses, especially atopic dermatitis, were the most common pediatric skin conditions at a Brazilian reference center, highlighting different patterns compared to adult skin disorders.
4 citations
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January 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This literature review found that pediatric patients with vitiligo may have increased risks of conditions such as atopic dermatitis, alopecia areata, autoimmune thyroid disease, and psychiatric disorders, impacting their quality of life. Screening should consider these risks for effective management.
This case report describes a pediatric instance of follicular atopic dermatitis in a dark-skinned patient, highlighting its unique clinical and dermoscopic features, such as purplish to brownish scaly papules and specific dermoscopic patterns, which are crucial for enhancing diagnostic accuracy in similar cases.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that during the COVID-19 pandemic in China, atopic dermatitis became more prevalent among pediatric skin conditions, while infectious skin diseases decreased, possibly due to mask-wearing.
May 2023 in “Sučasna pedìatrìâ. Ukraïna” In a clinical observation study, researchers documented a case of total alopecia in an 11-year-old child, highlighting a potential link to genetic conditions such as autoimmune polyendocrinopathy candidiasis-ectodermal dystrophy (APECED syndrome) requiring further genetic and serological testing to verify the diagnosis.
35 citations
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October 2019 in “Journal of pediatric health care” This article reviews the clinical presentations, pathophysiology, and treatment options for various skin conditions in children with skin of color and reports no new findings.
10 citations
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October 2017 in “Archivos Argentinos De Pediatria” This study described the range and treatment of skin disorders among pediatric inpatients at a teaching hospital, finding allergic skin diseases as the most common group, primarily diagnosed clinically.
7 citations
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study reported that acne was the most common reason for admission to a dermatology clinic in Turkey during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, with many patients seeking systemic isotretinoin prescriptions.
4 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian journal of paediatric dermatology” This review discusses the use of methotrexate for pediatric dermatoses and reports increased use in certain conditions like psoriasis, but mainly isolated case reports for others.
1 citations
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June 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Covers common skin issues in kids, their diagnosis, treatment, and need for specialist care.
August 2026 in “Revista Medicina Cutánea Ibero-Latino-Americana” This review concludes that methotrexate remains an effective and safe first-line treatment for various inflammatory and immune-mediated skin conditions in children, despite the rise of biologic therapies.
April 2026 in “Boletín Médico Del Hospital Infantil de México (English Edition)” This study found that 90% of pediatric patients with alopecia areata had comorbidities, including allergic rhinitis and atopic dermatitis, with localized AA being associated with better treatment outcomes and fewer relapses compared to non-localized forms.
February 2026 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This review discusses the causes of nail pitting in children and adolescents, noting that while most cases are idiopathic, significant associations exist with conditions like psoriasis, juvenile arthritis, and alopecia areata, among others.
April 2024 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” This study reviewed phototherapy data for pediatric patients over 5 years, finding psoriasis as the most common condition treated. The researchers reported a lower incidence of side effects compared to similar studies but also noted lower treatment response rates.
November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” This review discusses the skin manifestations associated with metabolic syndrome and related conditions in young populations, noting associations with obesity, insulin resistance, and neonatal obesity, but reports no new clinical results.
September 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study observed that tofacitinib therapy over about 16 weeks had a positive effect in children with alopecia areata, reducing the SALT index significantly in some patients.
20 citations
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July 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study observed that dupilumab led to significant hair regrowth and was well-tolerated in children with both alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis, showing promise as a safe treatment option for pediatric patients with associated atopy.
1 citations
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September 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This article offers a question-by-question guide to assist clinicians in diagnosing hair shaft disorders, presenting no new clinical results.