[Alopecia areata: a retrospective study of the paediatric dermatology department (2000-2008)].

Abstract

Our findings are similar to those reported in other studies. Epidemiologic studies of AA are available in adulthood but there is a paucity of literature on children with AA. A holistic approach is important in the management of childhood AA as the disease can have a severe psychologic impact on an individual's well-being.