31 citations
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January 2018 in “Pediatric annals” Early adrenal gland maturation in young children can be normal, but other serious conditions should be ruled out first.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Loose anagen hair syndrome in children often resolves on its own.
17 citations
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June 2016 in “Archives de Pédiatrie” Frontal fibrosing alopecia can occur in children, not just postmenopausal women.
2 citations
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August 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Premature graying of hair is mainly caused by genetics, stress, and environment, with potential treatments being explored.
July 2025 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent irreversible hair loss in Lichen Planopilaris.
6 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism/Journal of pediatric endocrinology and metabolism” Three siblings with a genetic form of rickets showed different symptoms of the disease.
24 citations
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July 2019 in “Cochrane library” Some treatments like methotrexate with prednisone might help juvenile morphea, but more research is needed to confirm.
12 citations
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June 2006 in “Pediatric blood & cancer” A 16-year-old boy had pernicious anemia, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, and later developed alopecia areata.
5 citations
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January 1998 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Myotonic dystrophy should be considered in patients with hair thinning, and genetic counseling is important.
1 citations
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August 2011 in “Dermatology Reports” Two siblings were found to have a genetic condition causing progressive hair loss and woolly hair, which may often be misdiagnosed.
October 2014 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” A 19-year-old with MRKHS developed complete hair loss, and treatment options were discussed.
8 citations
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June 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A boy's skin fragility and sparse hair were caused by a genetic mutation affecting skin cell adhesion.
97 citations
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December 2011 in “New England Journal of Medicine” The FDA did not approve certain drugs for prostate cancer prevention due to concerns about their effectiveness and potential risks.
10 citations
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February 2007 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” Low birthweight and rapid weight gain after birth may increase the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome.
Early balding may be a sign of future prostate problems.
May 2016 in “American Academy of Pediatrics eBooks” Telogen effluvium is a condition that causes temporary hair loss.
6 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism/Journal of pediatric endocrinology and metabolism” Patients with the same genetic mutation for vitamin D-resistant rickets showed different symptoms but all improved with treatment except for hair loss.
September 2023 in “Cureus” Early recognition and treatment of atypical alopecia areata in infants are crucial.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the TSPEAR gene cause a new form of ectodermal dysplasia affecting hair and tooth development.
February 2018 in “BMJ case reports” An 18-year-old woman was diagnosed with a rare skin condition called Pityriasis rubra pilaris.
28 citations
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July 2017 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Early onset baldness in men may indicate a condition similar to PCOS, linked to heart disease, diabetes, and prostate issues.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Early diagnosis and personalized treatment improve growth and development in children with Hashimoto thyroiditis.
February 2013 in “Pediatrics in Review” The girl's symptoms suggest a complex condition that's hard to diagnose despite normal test results.
May 2022 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The girl's hair condition improved on its own in 24 months.
February 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Uncombable hair syndrome causes dry, frizzy hair that can't be combed flat, seen in a young child.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Early hair greying may increase the risk of heart disease.
July 2011 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” A 15-year-old girl has a skin condition causing blisters on her feet, likely inherited from her family.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A toddler with unusual hypothyroidism symptoms improved with levothyroxine treatment.
A girl lost her hair due to being given the wrong medication because of a pharmacy's computer error.