What Causes Alopecia Areata in Children?
Disease description:
My child is 10 years old this year. Recently, I noticed patches of exposed scalp on his head, so I immediately took him to the hospital for evaluation. The diagnosis was alopecia areata in children. I would like to ask the doctor: What are the possible causes of alopecia areata in children?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Ding Hongfang
Alopecia areata in children has multiple causes:
1. Genetic factors—If one or both parents have alopecia areata, their child is at increased risk of developing the condition.
2. Psychological stress—Factors such as anxiety, excessive academic pressure, or emotional tension may trigger alopecia areata in children.
3. Nutritional deficiencies—Picky eating or selective eating habits can lead to conditions such as anemia or deficiencies in trace elements, which may contribute to the development of alopecia areata in children.
