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Sweaty-Faced Post-Menopause? You May Have an Under-Recognized Condition
May 8, 2018

Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) occurs in up to 3% of the population and can be seen all over the body or localized to the axilla, palms or feet (Primary focal hyperhidrosis, PFH). However, the condition can also be seen in the face or scalp area (craniofacial hyperhidrosis). A recent study sought to characterize this issue in …

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Could There Be a New Topical Treatment for Adolescent Hyperhidrosis?
May 2, 2018

There are few options for topical treatment of hyperhidrosis that are currently on the market. The most common, topical aluminum chloride, has limited efficacy and can cause skin irritation. Using oral anticholinergic treatments can work, but come with risks of side effects such as xerostomia and constipation. A recent pilot study looked at the use …