A member asked:

My daughter, age 9, has premature adrenarche since age 5. hormones/bone xray, tsh, labs normal. now she developed alopecia areata. is it pcos?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Not PCOS: Alopecia is not related to pcos or to premature puberty. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder. I assume she is cared for by a pediatric endocrinologist. She may also need a dermatologist.

Answered 1/2/2015

4.3k views

Thank
Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

PCOS: There appears to be a casual relationship between alopecia areata, premature adrenarche and pcos. I do hope your child is under the care of a pediatric endocrinologist at a teaching institution. Dermatological consultant will also be needed.

Answered 4/2/2014

4.3k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more