Hyperhidrosis Quiz Question #1

Correct Answer: C

One of the tangible health impacts of living with hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) is that risks of contracting skin infections due to fungi, bacteria or viruses increases by 300%! Know what else almost triples? Risks of experiencing depression or anxiety. The chances of getting eczema (atopic dermatitis) may also increase. Learn more about the real-world impacts of excessive sweating here.

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    1. Walling HW. Primary hyperhidrosis increases the risk of cutaneous infection: a case-control study of 387 patients. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2009 Aug;61(2):242-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2009.02.038. Epub 2009 Apr 23. PMID: 19395123.
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