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Prevalence of scalp disorders and hair loss in children

Evren Sarifakioglu1, Ayse Esra Yilmaz, Canan Gorpelioglu

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Fatih University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey. evrenmd@yahoo.com

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|December 29, 2012
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Pediatric hair loss, affecting children, can cause psychological distress. Common scalp conditions include seborrheic dermatitis and alopecia areata, necessitating expert examination.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Trichology

Background:

  • Hair loss in children can significantly impact psychologic well-being and development.
  • Scalp disorders and hair loss in pediatric patients require thorough evaluation due to potential links with underlying health issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the prevalence and types of scalp disorders and hair loss in children presenting to pediatric and dermatology clinics.
  • To identify common pediatric scalp conditions and emphasize the importance of dermatological examination.

Main Methods:

  • A case series analysis of 1003 children aged 0–17 years was conducted.
  • Patients presenting to Fatih University outpatient clinics from December 2009 to October 2010 were examined for scalp disorders and hair loss.

Main Results:

  • Out of 1003 children, 69 were diagnosed with scalp disorders and hair loss.
  • The most frequent diagnoses included seborrheic dermatitis (SD), transient neonatal hair loss (TNHL), alopecia areata (AA), temporal triangular alopecia (TTA), and pityriasis amiantacea (PA).

Conclusions:

  • The clinical spectrum of pediatric scalp disorders and hair loss is diverse, encompassing both congenital and acquired etiologies.
  • Prompt identification and management of pediatric hair loss by pediatricians or dermatologists are crucial, as it can signal serious underlying conditions.

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