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Cold-induced profuse sweating on back and chest. A new genetic entity?
Lancet (London, England)
|November 18, 1978
Summary
Two sisters experienced excessive sweating triggered by cold temperatures. This cold-induced sweating was linked to a potential peripheral mechanism, as it responded to atropine sulphate but not beta-adrenergic blockers.
Area of Science:
- Physiology
- Genetics
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Familial sweating disorders can present with diverse clinical manifestations.
- Understanding the physiological mechanisms of thermoregulation is crucial for diagnosing and managing sweating abnormalities.