A clinico-epidemiological study of scalp hair loss in children (0 & #8211;18 years) in Kota Region, South-East Rajasthan

Conclusion: This study showed that hair loss in children in our region is not an uncommon problem and results from a variety of causes. Early diagnosis and treatment are needed to prevent further hair loss and to avoid irreversible hair loss and scarring alopecia. As has been observed in this study, hair problem may be due to important nutritional deficiency. We should be aware of such presentation. These may be a clue to the diagnosis of systemic illness.

Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - July 4, 2019 Category: Dermatology Authors: Manoj Kumar Sharma Savera Gupta Ramesh Kumar Anil Kumar Singhal Suresh Kumar Jain Mukul Sharma Source Type: research