January 2012 in “Trace Elements Science” Lead pollution from the mine harms children's IQ, growth, and health.
36 citations
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August 2012 in “Dermatology online journal” Using wigs, hairpieces, and sprays can help people with hair loss feel better about themselves.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” A 6-year-old boy's leg hair loss was due to friction from sitting cross-legged, and it usually resolves on its own.
8 citations
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September 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair loss in children is diagnosed and treated differently than in adults, with different common causes and a focus on less invasive methods.
5 citations
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March 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Alopecia areata in children is caused by the immune system attacking hair follicles due to genetic factors.
5 citations
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September 2023 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Hair loss in children with alopecia areata is more common in winter and linked to climate factors like air pressure and sunlight.
4 citations
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November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Endocrine diseases in children can cause various skin and hair changes.
March 2024 in “International Seven Journal of Health Research” Alopecia areata in children causes hair loss and needs a personalized treatment plan with medical and emotional support.
26 citations
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February 2015 in “Pediatric blood & cancer” Targeted anticancer therapies in children often cause skin side effects like rash and dry skin.
10 citations
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October 2017 in “Archivos Argentinos De Pediatria” Most hospitalized children with skin issues were boys, with allergic skin diseases like atopic dermatitis being most common, and treatments were usually topical.
10 citations
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March 2013 in “Bundesgesundheitsblatt - Gesundheitsforschung - Gesundheitsschutz” Obesity in children can worsen skin issues and increase infection risk.
February 2026 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” Gastric trichobezoar in young children requires surgery and comprehensive care to prevent serious complications.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology” Trichotillomania in children is a sign of emotional distress needing tailored treatment and family support.
110 citations
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November 1984 in “The American Journal of Medicine” A genetic defect in vitamin D receptors causes severe rickets and hair loss in children, but some heal as they age.
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January 1990 in “The Journal of Pediatrics” Children with partial biotinidase deficiency are healthy at birth but may develop symptoms that improve with biotin therapy.
49 citations
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July 1994 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Some children with methylmalonic and propionic acidaemias have skin problems related to their condition and diet.
13 citations
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May 2014 in “PubMed” Most children with childhood-onset lupus in Baghdad responded well to treatment, but some developed chronic kidney disease or died.
8 citations
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April 2022 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” Most children with epilepsy on antiepileptic drugs experience side effects, especially those on multiple drugs, but these drugs help reduce seizures.
4 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” Children and adults with Cushing's disease show different symptoms and males have more severe cases; surgery outcomes can be predicted by certain factors.
3 citations
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April 1991 in “PEDIATRICS” Children with frequent urination don't need extensive tests or aggressive treatments.
2 citations
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December 2024 in “Children” Thyroid disorders can cause skin issues in children, so early detection and screening are important.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Brazilian Journals Editora eBooks” Children's screen time increased during the pandemic, causing various health issues.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “Rheumatology” RHUPUS should be considered in children with deforming arthritis.
1 citations
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September 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Children's skin diseases and treatments differ from adults and require specific approaches.
1 citations
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December 1982 in “PubMed” Sodium valproate effectively reduces seizures in children with epilepsy, especially in primary generalized cases.
July 2024 in “Russian Journal of Child Neurology” Selumetinib effectively reduces tumor size in many children with neurofibromatosis type 1, but can cause skin and hair issues.
May 2024 in “CRC Press eBooks” Children's hair loss can have various causes, including infections, autoimmune issues, physical stress, nutritional problems, and genetic factors.
April 2024 in “Current Rheumatology Reviews” MCTD should be considered in children with recurring muscle issues, lupus-like symptoms, and edema.
July 2023 in “Portuguese journal of dermatology and venereology” Anxiety can cause significant hair loss in children.
January 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Some children may develop hair loss after having COVID-19.