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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Medical Treatments

    Background:

    • Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating, categorized as focal or generalized, with primary idiopathic hyperhidrosis affecting 2-5% of the population.
    • Secondary hyperhidrosis is linked to underlying medical conditions or medications.
    • This review covers the diagnosis and treatment of hyperhidrosis, including efficacy and side effects.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the diagnostic evaluation for hyperhidrosis.
    • To summarize current treatment options for hyperhidrosis.
    • To discuss the efficacy and side effects of various hyperhidrosis treatments.

    Main Methods:

    • A narrative review of publications from Medline and Cochrane databases.
    • Searches included the term "hyperhidrosis" and specific treatment-related terms.
    • Consideration of expert recommendations and clinical guidelines.

    Main Results:

    • Diagnostic tools include clinical history, starch-iodine test, gravimetry, and dynamic sudometry.
    • Common treatments include aluminum chloride, anticholinergic drugs, botulinum toxin injections, and subcutaneous curettage, with 60-70% improvement.
    • Side effects range from local reactions to systemic anticholinergic effects; other options include iontophoresis and sympathectomy.

    Conclusions:

    • Multiple treatment modalities can alleviate hyperhidrosis symptoms and enhance patient quality of life.
    • High-quality evidence regarding the efficacy and long-term outcomes of many treatments remains scarce.