(L74) Eccrine sweat disorders

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14 048 in individuals diagnosis eccrine sweat disorders confirmed

Diagnosis eccrine sweat disorders is diagnosed Women are 8.23% more likely than Men

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Women receive the diagnosis eccrine sweat disorders

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Risk Group for the Disease eccrine sweat disorders - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 20-64, 75-79, 85-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-19, 65-74, 80-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 10-14, 60-64, 70-89, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-59, 65-69, 90-94

Disease Features eccrine sweat disorders

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Eccrine sweat disorders - what does this mean

Eccrine sweat disorders are caused by dysfunction of the eccrine sweat glands, leading to the abnormal production of sweat. this can result in either too much or too little sweat production, leading to discomfort and potential skin problems.

What happens during the disease - eccrine sweat disorders

Eccrine sweat disorders are caused by a dysfunction of the eccrine sweat glands, which are responsible for producing sweat. this dysfunction can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic mutations, environmental toxins, or autoimmune diseases. in some cases, the cause of the disorder is unknown. the lack of sweat production can lead to skin dryness, heat intolerance, and other symptoms. treatment for eccrine sweat disorders typically includes topical treatments, medications, and lifestyle modifications.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Skin biopsy
  • Sweat test
  • Blood tests
  • Urine tests
  • Imaging tests
  • Genetic testing

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Treating Eccrine Sweat Disorders
  • Prescribing antiperspirants
  • Prescribing medications such as glycopyrrolate and oxybutynin
  • Prescribing botulinum toxin (Botox) injections
  • Performing endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) surgery
  • Prescribing anticholinergic medications
  • Prescribing topical aluminum chloride
  • Prescribing oral medications such as benzodiazepines and tricyclic antidepressants
  • Prescribing iontophoresis
  • Prescribing topical anticholinergic medications
  • Prescribing oral anticholinergic medications
  • Prescribing topical anticholinergic creams
  • Prescribing oral medications such as diuretics
  • Performing liposuction
  • Prescribing topical creams containing aluminum chloride hexahydrate
  • Prescribing topical medications such as tretinoin and fluorouracil
  • Prescribing topical antiperspirants
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8 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Eccrine sweat disorders - Prevention

Eccrine sweat disorders can be prevented by avoiding excessive sweating, wearing loose-fitting clothing and cotton fabrics, avoiding hot and humid environments, and using antiperspirants or topical medications to reduce sweating. additionally, it is important to practice good hygiene and keep the skin clean and dry.

Specified forms of the disease

(L74.0) Miliaria rubra
(L74.1) Miliaria crystallina
(L74.2) Miliaria profunda
(L74.3) Miliaria, unspecified
(L74.4) Anhidrosis
(L74.8) Other eccrine sweat disorders
(L74.9) Eccrine sweat disorder, unspecified