Compliance with Tap Water Iontophoresis in Patients with Palmoplantar Hyperhidrosis

Background: Patients tend to be noncompliant with tap water iontophoresis (TWI), which is an effective treatment option for palmoplantar hyperhidrosis. Objective: To investigate compliance with TWI in patients with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis and identify the factors limiting its utility. Methods: Th...

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Published in:Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery 2014-03, Vol.18 (2), p.109-113
Main Authors: Özcan, Deren, Güleç, A. Tülin
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adult
Clinical outcomes
Dermatology
Drinking water
Female
Humans
Hyperhidrosis - physiopathology
Hyperhidrosis - therapy
Iontophoresis - adverse effects
Iontophoresis - methods
Male
Medical treatment
Middle Aged
Patient Compliance
Patient Satisfaction
Retrospective Studies
Skin diseases
Treatment Outcome
Visual Analog Scale
Water - standards
Young Adult
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Summary:Background: Patients tend to be noncompliant with tap water iontophoresis (TWI), which is an effective treatment option for palmoplantar hyperhidrosis. Objective: To investigate compliance with TWI in patients with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis and identify the factors limiting its utility. Methods: The medical data of 22 patients treated with TWI for palmoplantar hyperhidrosis were collected. A telephone inquiry questioning overall satisfaction with the treatment and the reasons for discontinuation was conducted. Results: Sixteen patients completed the initial treatment period, and all responded well to the therapy. Eight patients started on the maintenance treatment, five of whom gave up before completing five sessions. The reasons for discontinuation were a lack of time in 12 patients, switching to home therapy in 3 patients, and side effects in 1 patient. Conclusion: Patients with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis are noncompliant with TWI, mainly due to a lack of time. They should be well informed before therapy and be encouraged to have a home device for maintenance.
ISSN:1203-4754
1615-7109
DOI:10.2310/7750.2013.13105