Unilateral hyperhidrosis with accompanying contralateral anhidrosis

Clin Exp Dermatol. 2009 Dec;34(8):e544-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2008.03070.x. Epub 2009 Feb 16.

Abstract

Localized unilateral or segmental hyperhidrosis is a rare form of increased sweat production of unknown origin. Most reported cases have occurred in otherwise healthy people, with none of the typical triggering factors found in essential hyperhidrosis. The localization of segmental hyperhidrosis is usually the forearm or forehead. We report a case of unilateral hyperhidrosis on the right sides of the forehead, and nose, and the palmar surface of the right hand with anhidrosis on the left hand.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Forehead
  • Hand
  • Humans
  • Hyperhidrosis / complications*
  • Hyperhidrosis / drug therapy
  • Hyperhidrosis / pathology
  • Hypohidrosis / complications*
  • Hypohidrosis / drug therapy
  • Hypohidrosis / pathology
  • Nose
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Young Adult

Substances

  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A