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Palmar primary hyperhidrosis in children
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Palmar primary hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of the palms) is a rare but disabling condition in children. Upper dorsal sympathectomy surgery effectively treated four pediatric patients, resolving this socially impairing condition.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Dermatology
- Neurology
Background:
- Palmar primary hyperhidrosis (PPH) is a condition characterized by excessive sweating of the palms.
- While PPH in adults is well-documented, its occurrence and management in pediatric patients remain underreported.
- PPH can cause significant social and emotional distress in affected children.
Observation:
- This study reports on four pediatric cases of Palmar Primary Hyperhidrosis presenting over a four-year period.
- The clinical presentation of these young patients with excessive palm sweating was documented.
- All patients experienced significant social and functional impairment due to their condition.
Findings:
- Four pediatric patients diagnosed with Palmar Primary Hyperhidrosis underwent surgical treatment.
- The surgical intervention performed was an upper dorsal sympathectomy.
- All patients achieved excellent results following the sympathectomy procedure.
Implications:
- Upper dorsal sympathectomy is a highly effective treatment for Palmar Primary Hyperhidrosis in children.
- Addressing PPH in pediatric patients can significantly improve their quality of life and social functioning.
- Further research into pediatric hyperhidrosis is warranted to improve early diagnosis and management strategies.
Abstract:
Palmar Primary Hyperhidrosis, though an uncommon problem in the paediatric age group, is an unpleasant and socially disabling one for the affected child. Although the condition occurring in adults has been extensively documented, little, if any, attention has been given to the problem in children. We describe the clinical presentation of four such patients who presented in our unit over the past 4 yr. All had an upper dorsal sympathectomy performed with excellent results.