title: Aquagenic keratoderma treated with tap water iontophoresis.
abstract: Aquagenic keratoderma (AK) is a rare acquired skin condition characterized by recurrent and transient white papules and plaques associated with a burning sensation, pain, pruritus and/or hyperhidrosis on the palms and more rarely, soles triggered by sweat or contact with water. Often AK cause significant discomfort, thus requiring an appropriate therapy. Topical aluminum-based products are the most commonly used medications, but they are not always effective. We report a case of AK unresponsive to topical 20% of aluminum chloride successfully treated with tap water iontophoresis.
authors: Department of Dermatology, San Carlo Hospital, Potenza, Italy.
authors: Enzo
authors: E
authors: Errichetti
authors: Department of Dermatology, San Carlo Hospital, Potenza, Italy.
authors: Angelo
authors: A
authors: Piccirillo
keywords: Aquagenic keratoderma; tap water iontophoresis; therapy; treatment