JOURNAL ARTICLE

Assessment of Efficacy of Daylight Photodynamic Therapy in Treatment of Primary Palmar Hyperhidrosis.

  • Published In: QJM: An International Journal of Medicine, 2024, v. 117. P. ii87 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: El-Rahim Abdallah, Marwa Abd; Soltan, Marwa Yassin; Shoukry, Engy Albert 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on several dermatological studies, including the assessment of treatments for hair loss, condyloma acuminata, and primary palmar hyperhidrosis. One study found significant improvements in hair counts with both botulinum toxin A (BTA) and minoxidil treatments, noting age and duration of androgenetic alopecia as factors influencing outcomes. Another study on condyloma acuminata among 500 female patients identified young age, unprotected sexual intercourse, multiple partners, and lower socioeconomic status as main risk factors, with certain medical interventions potentially contributing to transmission in non-sexually active women. Additionally, a study on daylight photodynamic therapy (PDT) using methylene blue demonstrated it as an effective and safe treatment for primary palmar hyperhidrosis, with sustained results and minimal side effects.

Additional Information

  • Source:QJM: An International Journal of Medicine. 2024/10, Vol. 117, pii87
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Chemistry
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1460-2725
  • DOI:10.1093/qjmed/hcae175.202
  • Accession Number:181635822
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