Research of primary hyperhidrosis in students of medicine of the State of Sergipe, Brazil

AbstractBACKGROUND:Hyperhidrosis or excessive sweat production occurs at 2.9-9% of the population.OBJECTIVE:To estimate the prevalence and disorders due to primary hyperhidrosis (HP) in medicine students in the state of Sergipe.METHODS:Cross-sectional study using individual interviews.RESULTS:Hyperhidrosis was found in 14.76% of subjects, the most affected regions were palmar, plantar and axillary, causing prejudice in daily activities. Family history occurred in 45% and 22.72% was diagnosed by a physician.CONCLUSION:The prevalence of hyperhidrosis in medicine students of Sergipe was high, with strong family and a small portion of diagnoses made by medical professionals.