- Hyperhidrosis affects between 1 and 2% of the world’s population.
- There is no known difference in those who are affected with regard to race or gender.
- Family genetic history is believed to play a major role in hyperhidrosis.
- The most common areas of localized hyperhidrosis are the hands, feet and armpits.
- Hyperhidrosis can negatively affect people both socially and functionally in their daily lives.
- Treatment options include oral, topical and injectable medications