Focal hyperhidrosis is often perceived as simply a condition of excessive sweating. For those that suffer and individuals close to them well know that hyperhidrosis has significant impact on quality of life (QoL). Children are no exception. A recent Swedish study* of over 300 children (under 18 years) has quantified the impact hyperhidrosis has on these young lives. QoL effects were rated as no effect, small effect, moderate effect, very large effect or extremely large effect. On average, children rated the impact of hyperhidrosis on their QoL as having 'a very large effect'. |
This study underscores the importance of identifying and treating focal hyperhidrosis in children. Over and above the excessive sweating, its long-term effects can have a serious impact on a child's future.
* Acta Derm Venereol. 2017 Aug 1. doi: 10.2340/00015555-2755. [Epub ahead of print]