Prevalence and Characteristics of Hyperhidrosis in Sweden: A Cross-Sectional Study in the General Population

Shayesteh, Alexander; Janlert, Urban; Brulin, Christine; Boman, Jens; Nylander, Elisabet

doi:10.1159/000448032

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“…This includes limitations in work and social relationships, physical and leisure activities, and impairments in emotional and mental health [1, 2, 4, 12, 17, 20]. The negative impact caused by excessive sweating has been reported to be similar to, if not greater than, the negative impact caused by conditions, such as psoriasis and other chronic diseases [5, 17].…”

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“…Prevalence estimates of primary (focal) hyperhidrosis outside of the United States are all higher and vary widely, ranging from 4.6 % in Germany, 5.5 % in Sweden, 12.3 % in Vancouver, Canada, 12.8 % in Japan, and 14.5 % in Shanghai, China [1, 7, 16, 20]. Prevalence estimates that include both primary and secondary hyperhidrosis range from 13.9 % in Japan, 16.3 % in Germany, 16.7 % in Vancouver, 18.4 % in Shanghai, and 20.3 % in Sweden [1, 7, 16, 20].…”

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“…Prevalence estimates that include both primary and secondary hyperhidrosis range from 13.9 % in Japan, 16.3 % in Germany, 16.7 % in Vancouver, 18.4 % in Shanghai, and 20.3 % in Sweden [1, 7, 16, 20]. …”

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Hyperhidrosis: an update on prevalence and severity in the United States

Walker²,

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Current published estimates of the prevalence of hyperhidrosis in the United States are outdated and underestimate the true prevalence of the condition. The objectives of this study are to provide an updated estimate of the prevalence of hyperhidrosis in the US population and to further assess the severity and impact of sweating on those affected by the condition. For the purposes of obtaining prevalence, a nationally representative sample of 8160 individuals were selected using an online panel, and information as to whether or not they experience hyperhidrosis was obtained. The 393 individuals (210 female, 244 non-Hispanic white, 27 black, mean age 40.3, SE 0.64) who indicated that they have hyperhidrosis were asked further questions, including body areas impacted, severity of symptoms, age of onset, and socioemotional impact of the condition. Current results estimate the prevalence of hyperhidrosis at 4.8 %, which represents approximately 15.3 million people in the United States. Of these, 70 % report severe excessive sweating in at least one body area. In spite of this, only 51 % have discussed their excessive sweating with a healthcare professional. The main reasons are a belief that hyperhidrosis is not a medical condition and that no treatment options exist. The current study’s findings with regard to age of onset and prevalence by body area generally align with the previous research. However, current findings suggest that the severity and prevalence are both higher than previously thought, indicating a need for greater awareness of the condition and its associated treatment options among medical professionals.

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Hyperhidrosis: an update on prevalence and severity in the United States

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“…HDSS, Hyperhidrosis Disease Severity Scale; SF-36, Short-Form Health Survey; n , number. Material 1 from Shayesteh et al [7]; material 2 from Shayesteh et al [2]. …”

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“…Genetic predisposition is described in 30–50% of cases with primary hyperhidrosis but its cause is still unknown [1]. The prevalence of primary hyperhidrosis in Sweden is estimated at 5.5% in which severe cases constituted 1.4% [2]. The most common hyperhidrosis site has been described as the armpits, in which 50% of the patients are affected, followed by the palms and feet.…”

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Hyperhidrosis – Sweating Sites Matter: Quality of Life in Primary Hyperhidrosis according to the Sweating Sites Measured by SF-36

Shayesteh¹,

Janlert²,

Nylander³

2017

Dermatology

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Background: Primary hyperhidrosis has negative impacts on quality of life. The aim of this study was to investigate whether the impacts of primary hyperhidrosis on quality of life are different depending on the localisation of the sweating. Method: We compiled background data, Hyperhidrosis Disease Severity Scale (HDSS), and Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36) post hoc results from 2 previous studies. Cases who described only 1 site as their most problematic area of sweating were included (n = 160/188) while individuals with multifocal primary sites of hyperhidrosis were excluded (n = 28/188). Results: Individuals included were 11–62 years old with a mean age of 30.2 ± 10.4 years, and axillary hyperhidrosis (65.6%) was the most common type of hyperhidrosis. Comorbidities were more common when hyperhidrosis was reported in other than the axillary, palmar, and plantar regions. Excluding comorbidities showed the lowest SF-36 mental component summary scores for axillary (41.6 ± 11.6), palmar (40.0 ± 9.4), and plantar hyperhidrosis (41.1 ± 13.7). The HDSS showed the highest proportion of severe cases in axillary (60.6%) and palmar (51.5%) hyperhidrosis (p < 0.01) while mild cases were more often observed in plantar (60%), facial (83.3%), and other sites (85.7%) in primary hyperhidrosis (p < 0.01). Conclusion: Our results indicate that impairments in quality of life can be different depending on the manifestation of primary hyperhidrosis on the body. This can have an influence on how patients with hyperhidrosis could be prioritised in health care. Subgroup samples affected by facial hyperhidrosis and other sites of primary hyperhidrosis were however small, and more research is required to verify our findings.

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