For hyperidrosis, should botox be used on 13 year old?

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A: Botox hyperhidrosis treatment for pediatric patients

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD

It depends on your goals and where the hyperhidrosis occurs. The most common areas of PRIMARY hyperhidrosis occur in the palms, underarms and feet. Typically, it is palmoplantar (palms and feet) or underarms, palms and feet. In my opinion, Botox is best for underarm hyperhidrosis and in special cases for the... more

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