Abstract
Background: Compensatory hyperhidrosis due to the treatment for focal primary hyperhidrosis can be devastating and life-altering. Objective: The purpose of this paper is to discuss use of the iodine starch test and dilute botulinum toxin to decrease compensatory hyperhidrosis over large surface areas. Methods: A large area of the trunk affected by compensatory hyperhidrosis was treated with dilute botulinum toxin therapy using a starch iodine test for localization. Results: The patient had exceptional results with his compensatory truncal sweating returning to normal and remaining stable for multiple months. Conclusion: Treating compensatory hyperhidrosis of large surface areas with dilute botulinum toxin therapy is effective and safe.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 232-234 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Sep 2013 |
Keywords
- Compensatory hyperhidrosis
- OnabotulinumtoxinA
- Sympathotomy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dermatology