Special considerations for children with hyperhidrosis

Benjamin R Bohaty; Adelaide A Hebert

doi:10.1016/j.det.2014.06.005

Special considerations for children with hyperhidrosis

Dermatol Clin. 2014 Oct;32(4):477-84. doi: 10.1016/j.det.2014.06.005. Epub 2014 Jul 23.

Authors

Benjamin R Bohaty¹, Adelaide A Hebert²

Affiliations

¹ Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6655 Travis Street, Suite 980, Houston, TX 77030, USA.
² Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6655 Travis Street, Suite 980, Houston, TX 77030, USA; Department of Pediatrics, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX, USA. Electronic address: [email protected].

PMID: 25152340
DOI: 10.1016/j.det.2014.06.005

Abstract

Hyperhidrosis, characterized by excess sweat production, affects children and adults. Primary focal hyperhidrosis affects any anatomic region with sweat appendages present. Primary hyperhidrosis has traditionally been considered a problem for adults, but approximately 1.6% of adolescents and 0.6% of prepubertal children are affected. Psychological and social development and well-being are often affected, leading to profound emotional and social distress. Quality of life can be improved by early diagnosis and therapy; however, underdiagnosis and lack of knowledge regarding therapeutic options has hindered optimization of therapy in the pediatric population. This article reviews the treatment options for hyperhidrosis with a focus on the pediatric population.

Keywords: Botulinum toxin; Hyperhidrosis; Iontophoresis; Pediatric population.

Publication types

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Review

MeSH terms

Child
Decision Making*
Dermatology / methods*
Disease Management*
Early Diagnosis*
Humans
Hyperhidrosis* / diagnosis
Hyperhidrosis* / psychology
Hyperhidrosis* / therapy
Quality of Life