Why is my daughter’s hair falling out?

Possible Reasons for Hair Loss in Children

There are several common factors that can contribute to hair loss in children. These include telogen effluvium, where hair falls out due to stress or changes in health; tinea capitis, which is a fungal infection affecting the scalp; bacterial infections; traction alopecia, often caused by tight hairstyles; trichotillomania, a psychological condition where a person pulls out their own hair; and alopecia areata, an autoimmune disorder that leads to patches of hair loss.