Hyperhidrosis in children and review of its current evidence-based management

Abstract

Hyperhidrosis (HH) is excessive sweating that usually interferes with the patient's social life. In more than 80% of the cases, the symptoms start in childhood. Early detection and management can significantly improve the patient's quality of life; however, HH remains widely underdiagnosed and undertreated, particularly among children. Many patients do not realize that they have a treatable condition and reports have shown that only 38% of the patients had discussed their condition with a healthcare professional. The aim of this article was to improve awareness on the significant sequel of HH in children and highlight its effects on their quality of life and various available treatment options.

Quality of Life Impact and Awareness of Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis in Children and Adolescents

“…• In general, there is a lack of awareness of hyperhidrosis as a bona fide medical condition and an underappreciation for the extent of burden caused by the disease. [3][4][5][6][7] Though primary focal hyperhidrosis typically has a childhood/adolescent onset, very few studies exist on the impact and burden of the disease in younger patients compared with adult patients.…”