I think I have a very rare condition called: chromhidrosis. Any suggestions for treatment? (photos)

June 17, 2015
Asked By:Sierraa in Orange, CA

I think I have a very rare condition called Chromhidrosis. I have colored sweat. I only get the colored sweat in my upper cheek area. The best way for me to describe it is like black ink coming out of my pores. I don't get this anywhere else but my upper cheek area. I've been dealing with this for about 2 years. Is there anything I can do to try and stop this condition?

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December 1, 2015

Answer: Sweet glands of all types respond to Botox.

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December 1, 2015

Answer: Sweet glands of all types respond to Botox.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 19, 2015

Answer: Chromohidrosis

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 19, 2015

Answer: Chromohidrosis

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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January 10, 2016

Answer: Chromhidrosis

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Answer: Chromhidrosis

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June 18, 2015

Answer: Sweating in face can be improved with micro Botox or Infini

Steven F. Weiner, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist
June 18, 2015

Answer: Sweating in face can be improved with micro Botox or Infini

Steven F. Weiner, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist

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