What would cause a bald spot to appear on a nine-year old boy's head? We found quite a bit of hair next to his bed this morning and he has a quarter-sized bald spot on his head today that he did not have yesterday.
Optional Information: Age: 9; Male, Maryland Already Tried: Showered and washed the hair - nothing else.
Hello,
My name isXXXXX and I am a physician who practices in New york. From your description, it sounds that your son has Alopecia Areata. There is no treatment indicated as the hair grows back. If your son has itchiness as well, then another diagnoses would be considered and treatment would then be indicated. But since this is his only symptoms, no treatment is indicated.
Best of luck,
Dr. Breuer
Experience: child psychiatrist