Childhood Hair Loss Caused by Chemotherapy and Trichotillomania

Hair loss can be a pretty devastating condition to most people. It does not only invoke ridicule but also un-acceptance and too many emotional scars. Imagine having to introduce these disturbing society norms to a child! There could be nothing more upsetting for a child than to know that he is different and the world would not let him fit in. The conditions that normally trigger hair loss in children are Trichotillomania and alopecia due to being exposed to chemo radiation. Although children may have fewer problems when dealing with hair loss as compared to socially active adults, still, they are not resilient to stares and taunting. There are some studies that have been made wherein children are encouraged to make their own choices and decisions when it comes to their hair loss. Parents have no right to impose what they want... [read full story]