Hypersecretory Disorders and Botulinum Toxin

Hanagasi H. A.

NOROPSIKIYATRI ARSIVI-ARCHIVES OF NEUROPSYCHIATRY, cilt.47, ss.48-51, 2010 (SCI-Expanded) identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 47
  • Basım Tarihi: 2010
  • Doi Numarası: 10.4274/npa.y5920
  • Dergi Adı: NOROPSIKIYATRI ARSIVI-ARCHIVES OF NEUROPSYCHIATRY
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.48-51
  • İstanbul Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

An increase in the popularity of botulinum toxin for treatment of salivary gland disorders has been observed in recent years. Hyperhidrosis is characterized by excessive sweat production, beyond the required quantity to return increased body temperature to normal. Sialorrhoea is a common symptom in many neurodegenerative disorders. Hyperhidrosis and sialorrhea can cause both physical and psychosocial disability. Many reports on the use of botulinum toxin in hypersecretory disorders have shown favourable results with minimal side effects. (Archives of Neuropsychiatry 2010; 47 Supplement: 48-51)