Hyperhidrosis Support Group
Primary hyperhidrosis is the condition characterized by abnormally increased perspiration, in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature. Some patients afflicted with the condition experience a distinct reduction in the quality of life. Sufferers feel at a loss of control because perspiration takes place independent of temperature and emotional state.
Researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center are attempting to identify the gene or genes responsible for hyperhidrosis. Drs. Burk and Keller are collecting mouthwash samples and asking participants to complete a short questionnaire in hopes that this information will enable them to identify the responsible gene. Small amounts of DNA can be obtained from the mouthwash specimen and this information can then be correlated with the information in the questionnaire. They are hopeful that this knowledge can then be used to help create more effective treatments for this debilitating medical condition.
Individuals who suffer from hyperhidrosis, as well as both affected and unaffected family members, are eligible to participate. All information is kept confidential and travel is not required. The study kits are sent through the mail, and participants return study materials to the researchers in a stamped self-addressed envelope. If you are interested in helping with this research, please contact Betsy Vibert MS, CGC at their toll free number, 877-444-2525 or by email at betsy.vibert@eeinstein.yu.edu.
Individuals who suffer from hyperhidrosis, as well as both affected and unaffected family members, are eligible to participate. All information is kept confidential and travel is not required. The study kits are sent through the mail, and participants return study materials to the researchers in a stamped self-addressed envelope. If you are interested in helping with this research, please contact Betsy Vibert MS, CGC at their toll free number, 877-444-2525 or by email at betsy.vibert@eeinstein.yu.edu.
Betsy Vibert
Depending on the study, between 30-60% of hyperhidrosis sufferers report a family history, meaning that someone else in the family is affected. This suggests that there is a genetic component. Environment probably plays a role, but that can be internal environment (things like hormones) as well as external environmental factors (heat, humidity).
Betsy
For your sake, I hope they get your pituitary issues under control and then I would anticipate tht your hyperhidrosis will disappear.
Good luck,
Betsy