Primary Hyperhidrosis

Question 1

What is it?

Answer 1

Excessive sweating which can be primary or secondary

Question 2

How is Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis diagnosed?

Answer 2

Focal visible sweating for at least 6 months plus 2 of the following

-Bilateral symmetrical distribution
- impairment of daily activities due to symptoms
- at least one episode per week
- age of onset <25
- FH
- Cessation of focal sweating during sleep

Question 3

What is the management?

Answer 3

1) Aluminium chloride
2) Ongoing symptoms- refer to dermatology for specialist treatment