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Hyperhidrosis 
Defination
Also known as polyhidrosis or sudorrhea, is a condition characterized by excessive sweating
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Clinical manifestations
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Skin turns soft, white, and peels in certain areas
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Pathophysiology
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The evaporative cooling of the skin increases sympathetic outflow through reflex action, in turn increasing sweat output
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Nursing management
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Encourage patient to wear loose-fitting, stain-resistant, sweat-proof garments
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Types
Primary focal hyperhidrosis Sweating mainly occurs on your feet, hands, face, head, and underarms
Secondary generalized hyperhidrosis sweating caused by a medical condition or as a side effect of certain medications
References
Atkins JL, Butler PE. Hyperhidrosis: a review of current management. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2002;110:222-28
Bechara F, Gambichler T, Bader A, et al. “Assessment of quality of life in patients with primary axillary hyperhidrosis before and after suction-curettage.” J Am Acad Dermatol. 2007;57:207-12.