HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Bald Patches On The Scalp?

hi i have a 6 year old son. today i noticed a bald spot on the top of his head. It is not a perfect circle but kind of round shape his scalp is normal shiny white there is no scales or dryness i am a hairdresser so just curious what coud cause this wehavent changed shampoos or anything like that
Sat, 30 Sep 2017
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hi.
As per your case history your son is having alopecia aerata.
My treatment advice is -
1. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk.
2. Take a vitamin b12 supplement once daily for 3 months.
3. Apply a tacrolimus 0.03 % ointment twice daily on affected part.
4. Other treatment options are oral steroid like prednisone or betamethasone taken only after consulting a dermatologist.

Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Bald Patches On The Scalp?

Hi. As per your case history your son is having alopecia aerata. My treatment advice is - 1. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk. 2. Take a vitamin b12 supplement once daily for 3 months. 3. Apply a tacrolimus 0.03 % ointment twice daily on affected part. 4. Other treatment options are oral steroid like prednisone or betamethasone taken only after consulting a dermatologist. Thanks. Dr. Harshit bhachech. MBBS, DDVL.