Anhidrosis, "thermogenic" L74.4

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

anhidrosis tropical; Asthenia tropical anhidrotic; Tropical Anhidrosis; tropical anhidrotic asthenia

Definition
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Anhidrosis with consequent heat intolerance in Miliaria rubra and Miliaria profunda.

Manifestation
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People living in hot climates; was observed in particular during the 2nd World War among soldiers in the tropics.

Clinical features
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Miliaria rubra and Miliaria profunda, additionally anhidrosis.

General therapy
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Thermoregulation, air-conditioned rooms, light clothing, avoid heavy sweating.

External therapy
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Cooling externals such as lotio alba or powder, see also miliaria.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020