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

BACKGROUND: 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.