Abstract
Abstract Background Thyroid disease is a comorbid autoimmune disorder linked to vitiligo. Objective To identify the age distribution of pediatric vitiligo cases in order to understand when screening should begin. Methods An IRB-exempt survey of pediatric vitiligo patients. Results Thyroid disease was reported in 14 children out of 205 children who specifically responded regarding presence of thyroid disease, Of the 14 children reporting sex with thyroid disease, 12 were female (85.7%) and 2 were unknown. Race/ ethnicity included 8 Caucasian (57.1%), Indian 2 (14.2%), Unknown 3 (21.4%), and Black 1 (7.1 %). Average age of diagnosis of thyroid disease in vitiligo patients (self-reported) was 9.7 years (Range 6 years-18 years). Limitations The survey design has limitations, and the number of reported cases is low overall. Conclusion and Relevance Thyroid disease appears uncommon as a comorbidity in pre-school children. All races may be at risk. The role of family history is unknown. Presentation is almost exclusively in girls. This data suggests that screening can be reserved for females and guided by age and symptoms.
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