Alopecia Areata in Children
Overview
Alopecia areata in children causes sudden round patches of hair loss. It is not painful and children are otherwise well, but the visible change can be distressing socially. Hair often regrows, and treatment options exist for more extensive cases.
Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- What is causing my alopecia areata in children, and is anything making it worse?
- Which treatment do you recommend first, and how long before I should expect a change?
- What side effects should I watch for, and when should I contact you?
- Is this condition contagious, inherited, or linked to anything else in my health?
- What should I do differently if it flares or comes back?
Getting Care
A board-certified dermatologist can confirm the diagnosis and tailor treatment to your skin. If your symptoms change quickly, spread, become painful, or come with a fever, seek care sooner.
Source: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/hair-loss/types/alopecia
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