OnabotulinumtoxinA therapy for compensatory hyperhidrosis.

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.

• Authors: Jessica A Adefusika, Jerry D Brewer
• Journal: Journal of cosmetic dermatology (J Cosmet Dermatol) Vol. 12 Issue 3 Pg. 232-4 (Sep 2013) ISSN: 1473-2165 [Electronic] England
• PMID: 23992165 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
• Copyright: © 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

Chemical References

• Neurotoxins
• Botulinum Toxins, Type A

Topics

• Botulinum Toxins, Type A (therapeutic use)
• Humans
• Hyperhidrosis (drug therapy, etiology, surgery)
• Male
• Middle Aged
• Neurotoxins (therapeutic use)
• Postoperative Complications (drug therapy, etiology)
• Torso