Question
A ten-year-old boy has been experiencing hair loss from his eyebrows and eyelashes for three months, and they are now almost completely lost. What could be the possible causes?
Answer
Firstly, it is necessary to understand if the boy has dry skin and if he has a habit of picky eating or not liking to eat fruits and vegetables. If there are no signs of fungal infection, the possible cause might be long-term selective eating leading to nutritional imbalance, particularly a lack of vitamins and trace elements. It is recommended to go to the hospital for a trace element test to determine whether timely supplementation is needed. At the same time, encourage the boy to consume a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, milk, and lean meat, which can help gradually restore the growth of eyebrows and eyelashes.