Caracterización de las causas de alopecia infantil

Abstract

In this study, the main causes of alopecia in children were acquired and non-scarring alopecia. In our results, the type of alopecia varies according to age group. Some types of childhood alopecia showed a close correlation to psychiatric disorders.

Alopecia Areata. Current situation and perspectives

“…Low self-esteem, anxiety, depression and negative effects on their quality of life, are some examples. 57,66 In children, such effects could impact on their growth and development. 20,64 Therefore, the patient with AA should receive both medical and psychological counseling.…”

Trichotillomania: a good response to treatment with N-acetylcysteine

“…Trichotillomania has a negative impact on the patient's quality of life, interfering with social, personal and occupational life. 4 , 6 The diagnosis of trichotillomania remains challenging and is established on a clinical, dermoscopic and histopathological basis. Dermoscopy is a noninvasive method that appears to be a very useful tool that increases diagnostic accuracy and reduces the need for biopsy.…”

“…Due to the side effects of SSRIs, which are associated with high doses and their incomplete symptom control, it is essential to seek other treatment options, such as glutamate modulating agents. 4 , 6 Evidence suggests the presence of abnormalities in glutamate metabolism in patients with OCDs. High levels of glutamate are associated with cytotoxicity and increased oxidative stress, which is correlated with symptom severity.…”

“…Its occurrence in childhood is not uncommon and tends to have a more favorable clinical course. 2 , 4 The scalp, eyebrows and eyelashes are the most commonly affected sites, but any body area may be affected. Approximately 30% of patients have a habit of swallowing the hair, leading to the development of trichobezoar, resulting in serious gastrointestinal complications.…”

Alopecia areata. Actualidad y perspectivas

“…Baja autoestima, ansiedad, depresión y efectos negativos en su calidad de vida son algunos ejemplos. 57,66 En los niños, particularmente, tales efectos podrían repercutir en su crecimiento y desarrollo, 20,64 por lo que el paciente con AA debe recibir tanto asesoría médica como psicológica. El médico debería explicar al paciente o a los padres del paciente (cuando son niños) la naturaleza impredecible del padecimiento, el curso que podría tomar, los tratamientos disponibles en la actualidad y el éxito o fracaso que podrían tener.…”