Long-term efficacy and quality of life in the treatment of focal hyperhidrosis with botulinum toxin A.
BACKGROUND
Botulinum toxin A has been used increasingly in the treatment of focal hyperhidrosis.


OBJECTIVE
To assess the long-term efficacy of botulinum toxin A in the treatment of hyperhidrosis and the changes in quality of life and patient satisfaction with treatment.


METHODS
A questionnaire was designed to assess the efficacy using visual analog scales and the quality of life both before and after treatment using a modified Dermatology Life Quality Index scale.


RESULTS
There was a reduction in the hyperhidrosis and a statistically significant improvement in the quality of life scores for the axillae, palms, and forehead.


CONCLUSIONS
Botulinum toxin A injections are safe and effective for the treatment of hyperhidrosis of the axillae, palms, and forehead, resulting in an improved quality of life for patients.
Tan
Stephen R
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Department of Dermatology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Solish
Nowell
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D019274:Botulinum Toxins, Type A / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D006945:Hyperhidrosis / Q000628:therapy*; D009465:Neuromuscular Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D011788:Quality of Life; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D009465:Neuromuscular Agents; D019274:Botulinum Toxins, Type A