Question
The baby is three months old and had its first haircut at one month. Since then, the hair has only grown in some areas, with some spots remaining bald. What could be the cause of this?
Answer
If a baby’s hair grows slowly or remains slow-growing, it is referred to as “infant alopecia.” The causes of infant alopecia may include the normal physiological shedding phase of lanugo, a common occurrence in newborns. Apart from sparse hair, the baby’s diet and activity level are typically similar to that of a healthy infant.