One of the conditions that a hair replacement procedure can correct is Alopecia which is the excessive loss or thinning of the hair. Surprisingly, children suffer with Alopecia as well as adults and replacement procedures may be recommended. For any child, this can be a devastating experience where self esteem is concerned and can also result in certain social consequences for them as well. This has caused many parents to pursue hair replacement solutions so that their child is not negatively impacted by the condition.
Currently, Alopecia affects nearly 2 million children on an annual basis despite the fact that it is not as common in younger individuals like it is with adults. No parent ever expects their children to start experiencing hair loss so when it becomes apparent that this is going on, many parents are at a loss for deciding what type of replacement procedure or technique they should pursue. There are a number of causes for Alopecia in children, most of which are medically related.
If you have noticed that your child is losing an excessive amount of hair, you should consult a physician and get a referral to a hair replacement surgeon if the situation warrants this. Consulting with a physician enables you to eliminate other physical problems that are causing this to happen before seeking surgery to correct the condition and causing your child unnecessary grief and stress. You may also want to consider consulting with Alopecia advocacy organizations.
On an encouraging note, 60% of all children who suffer with excessive hair loss eventually outgrow the condition therefore rendering hair replacement procedures unnecessary. There is the possibility that this could be the case with your child and correct itself within a period of one year. Unfortunately, that means that the other 40% of those children will have to be subjected to some type of replacement procedure.
As with adults, many children associate their identity with their appearance and their hair. So just remember that if your child recovers from the condition within that 12-month time frame, your child could be left emotional scars on them. It’s no secret that children who are “different” are the unwilling targets of teasing and verbal abuse. If it has gotten to this point, you should consider consulting with a hair replacement surgeon in order to get their diagnosis and hear their recommendations. In some instances, the surgery may not be necessary.
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