Hyperhidrosis

Study findings from A. Goldman et al broaden understanding of hyperhidrosis

Published in Women's Health Weekly, July 24th, 2008

"Axillary hyperhidrosis is a common but difficult-to-treat condition with major social, labor, and emotional consequences. The aim of this study is to present the Nd-YAG laser as a safe and effective option for the treatment of axillary hyperhidrosis," scientists in Porto Alegre, Brazil report.

"From January 2002 to April 2007, 17 patients (15 women and 2 men) with axillary hyperhidrosis were treated using a subdermal 1,064-nm Nd-YAG laser. The results were evaluated by the patients as well as by the physician. The objective evaluation was realized by Minor's iodine starch test combined with planimetry. Histology was performed in axillary skin after the laser treatment....

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-07-24)

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