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Suggest Treatment For Bald Spot On Side Of Child's Head
Question: Hello
I noticed a few days ago on my 5 year old daughters head, that she has a bald spot about the size of a dime with hair growing sporiadically within the shape. Its not flakey or red. What can it possibly be??
I noticed a few days ago on my 5 year old daughters head, that she has a bald spot about the size of a dime with hair growing sporiadically within the shape. Its not flakey or red. What can it possibly be??
Brief Answer:
Alopecia areata
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I am dr.kakkar, dermatologist.
I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
She probably has alopecia areata. It usually presents as a single or multiple non inflammatory bald patch(es) on scalp. Onset is sudden.
I would suggest that you use a potent topical steroid lotion for this patch e.g topsor lotion (clobetasol propionate 0.05% lotion) once daily for 3-4 weeks.
Regards
Alopecia areata
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I am dr.kakkar, dermatologist.
I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
She probably has alopecia areata. It usually presents as a single or multiple non inflammatory bald patch(es) on scalp. Onset is sudden.
I would suggest that you use a potent topical steroid lotion for this patch e.g topsor lotion (clobetasol propionate 0.05% lotion) once daily for 3-4 weeks.
Regards
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