Primary axillary hyperhidrosis
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axillary hyperhidrosisAbstract
Introduction: Primary axillary hyperhidrosis represents a frequent reason for consultation in dermatological practice. Non-surgical treatment alternatives are costly and short-term results. Given the impact and chronicity of this condition, patients request non-invasive and long-lasting treatments for the management of hyperhidrosis. We are facing a lot of publicity regarding new therapeutic options such as laser, radiofrequency and microwave.
This review aims to answer the question if it is possible to offer patients treatments such as laser, radiofrequency and microwaves for primary axillary hyperhidrosis.
Methodology: We did a systematic review of the literature using the Pubmed, Cochrane and Lilacs databases, having as target population patients older than 18 years of age with diagnosis of primary axillary hyperhidrosis.
Results: A total of 162 articles were found and from these, the following revision was prepared.
Conclusions: Thermotherapy (laser, microwave, pixelated radiofrequency) has been used in the last years with very variable results and although its effect on the destruction of the glands is clear, there is not enough evidence on the duration of the effect, the temporality of the sessions and the need and frequency of maintenance. We need to carry out studies in our population.
Author Biographies
Evelyne Halpert
Médica dermatóloga, especialista en Dermatología Infantil y en Epidemiología Clínica; jefe, Sección de Dermatología Pediátrica, Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá, Bogotá, D.C., Colombia
Clara Inés Ortiz
Médica dermatóloga, Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá, Bogotá, D.C., Colombia
Daniela Chaparro
Médica, especialista en Epidemiología Clínica; asistente de investigación, Asociación Médica de los Andes, Bogotá, D.C., Colombia
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