Dermatológia pre prax 2/2024

Local hyperhidrosis – an underdiagnosed problem burdening the patient

Primary hyperhidrosis is a condition of excessive local production of sweat that does not ensure thermoregulation of the given person. This disease puts the patient in unpleasant situations both in his working life and in his free time, and burdens his psyche. However, several treatment options can improve the daily life of such affected people. The first topical anticholinergic with the active ingredient glycopyrronium in the form of a cream brings a new treatment option.

Keywords: hyperhidrosis, quality of life, glycopyrronium