Hyperhidrosis Archives - Dermatology Advisor

Women are at higher risk of hyperthyroidism than men, although both sexes can be affected, with risk greatest in patients with a family history of Graves disease or other thyroid disorders.7 In patients with hyperthyroidism, epidermal thinning is the most commonly reported skin manifestation.8 Other skin anomalies include softness, excessive perspiration (ie, hyperhidrosis; pictured), and warmth, causing skin to feel like that of an infant.3 Itching, generalized pruritus, chronic urticaria, vitiligo, and diffuse skin pigmentation have also been reported.8 Dermal changes most commonly result from autoimmunity, rather than from hormones directly affecting the skin.3

Management Challenges and Solutions for Palmar Hyperhidrosis

By

Brandon May

January 13, 2020

A review provides an update on current and emerging concepts of management for excessive hand sweating to help clinicians optimize therapeutic decision making.

AAD 2019

Prevalence of Psychiatric Disorders Greater Among Patients With Hyperhidrosis

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Dermatology Advisor Contributing Writer

March 1, 2019 5:00 pm

Positive correlations found between the number of anatomical sites involved in hyperhidrosis and the prevalence of psychiatric conditions.

General Dermatology

Obesity Associated With Increased Risk for Hyperhidrosis in Adolescents

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Dermatology Advisor Contributing Writer

February 22, 2019

Hyperhidrosis was more prevalent among both men and women who were obese compared with those of normal weight.

Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference 2018

Solutions for Hyperhidrosis: Newly Approved Treatments and Research Update

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Haymarket Media

October 19, 2018

Newly approved treatment options for axillary hyperhidrosis give more opportunities for clinicians to provide personalized treatment for patients.

General Dermatology

Qbrexza Now Available for the Treatment of Primary Axillary Hyperhidrosis

By

Diana Ernst

October 4, 2018

A single cloth should be used to apply Qbrexza to both underarms.

General Dermatology

Glycopyrronium Tosylate Effective for Reducing Primary Axillary Hyperhidrosis

By

Sheila Jacobs

September 18, 2018

Topical once-daily glycopyrronium tosylate appears to provide a noninvasive, well-tolerated treatment option for patients with primary axillary hyperhidrosis.

General Dermatology

High-Intensity Radiofrequency Microneedling Device Effective for Hyperhidrosis

By

Sheila Jacobs

August 31, 2018

The HIFRF device offers versatility to patients who have been seeking a treatment option for PAH.