Hyperhidrosis: Available Treatments and New Innovations
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What is Hyperhidrosis (HH)?
Primary HH is defined as excessive, bilateral, and generally symmetrical sweating at abnormal levels unprompted by activity or environment.
Hyperhidrosis is characterized by abnormal sweating beyond what is needed for thermoregulation. It is not a normal physiologic response. Nearly 15 million people in the United States suffer from hyperhidrosis and half of thos …
What is Hyperhidrosis (HH)?
Primary HH is defined as excessive, bilateral, and generally symmetrical sweating at abnormal levels unprompted by activity or environment.
Hyperhidrosis is characterized by abnormal sweating beyond what is needed for thermoregulation. It is not a normal physiologic response. Nearly 15 million people in the United States suffer from hyperhidrosis and half of thos … Continue reading "Hyperhidrosis: Available Treatments and New Innovations"
The March issue of the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology features an outstanding line-up of articles with topics ranging from OTC products for acne to Mohs Micrographic Surgery for genital skin cancer. Straight from the JDD Editor’s desk, we share this month’s issue highlights:
Advisors agreed that OTC products and skincare recommendations, in addition to the use of prescription medications, … 
Have you prescribed low-dose Naltrexone for skin disease? Not sure why it works? Not sure how best to use it, or how to prescribe it? Feel like you could use more information to help you more safely and effectively utilize this medication? I myself utilize this medication for itch but have had mixed success. Enter Dr. Bodemer and her recent lecture.
During the 2020 Integrative Dermatology S … 
What is the best choice of a wavelength of a laser to treat the changes you see here?
A. 595 nm
B. 1,064 nm
C. 810 nm
D. 755 nm
E. 10,600 nm
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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Allure recently wrote an article about why tattoos can become itchy and raised. What common and uncommon skin reactions should dermatologists keep in mind when treating tattooed patients?
For an expert opinion, I contacted Rhode Island dermatologist Matthew Willett, MD, FAAD.
What common skin reactions can occur in people shortly after getting a tattoo?
The most common acute skin reaction … 