Eshini Perera1, Rodney Sinclair. 1. Department of Dermatology, Epworth Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. eshinip@gmail.com
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis are two common conditions, which are troublesome for patients and carry a significant psychosocial burden. OBJECTIVE: This article details an approach to the assessment and management of hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis, and outlines current treatment options. DISCUSSION: Hyperhidrosis can be either generalised or focal. Generalised hyperhidrosis may be primary and idiopathic or secondary to systemic disease. Treatment may require oral anticholinergic agents. Focal hyperhidrosis is usually primary and responds to topical measures. Specialist referral for botulinum toxin A, iontophoresis or sympathectomy should be considered for severe cases. Bromhidrosis usually responds to antiperspirants, fragrance and antibacterial agents.
BACKGROUND:Hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis are two common conditions, which are troublesome for patients and carry a significant psychosocial burden. OBJECTIVE: This article details an approach to the assessment and management of hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis, and outlines current treatment options. DISCUSSION: Hyperhidrosis can be either generalised or focal. Generalised hyperhidrosis may be primary and idiopathic or secondary to systemic disease. Treatment may require oral anticholinergic agents. Focal hyperhidrosis is usually primary and responds to topical measures. Specialist referral for botulinum toxin A, iontophoresis or sympathectomy should be considered for severe cases. Bromhidrosis usually responds to antiperspirants, fragrance and antibacterial agents.