Hairloss in Children
Although hair loss, medically referred to as alopecia, may often be associated with aging, it is far from unheard of in children. The American Hair Loss Association, or AHLA, says about 3 percent of pediatric doctor visits are due to unexplained hair loss. Certain conditions can prompt hair loss in children. Your doctor should be able to quickly diagnose the cause upon examination. While some types of alopecia clear on their own, others may require treatment such as medicated creams and oral medications.
