Causes and risk factors
Blockages of sweat glands lead to increase in body temperature and other complications. Causes of anhidrosis include skin diseases that block sweat glands, trauma to sweat glands, use of certain drugs, congenital disorders [e.g. ectodermal dysplasia], dehydration, burns, certain genetic syndromes, certain nerve problems [e.g. neuropathies].
Clinical presentation
Symptoms include scanty perspiration, dizziness, muscle cramps, flushing, feeling hot. A lack of perspiration can occur all over the body, or a part of body. Accompanying signs include rapid heart rate, nausea, weakness, getting goose bumps on skin even in warm temperature.
Investigation
Medical history by the patient and Clinical examination by the doctor helps in diagnosis. Axon reflex test i.e. small electrodes are used to stimulate your sweat glands. The volume of sweat produced is measured. Skin biopsy is advised. Some skin cells and perhaps some sweat glands are removed for examination under a microscope.
Treatment
Treatment involves resting and cooling down. Drinking plenty of fluids will help in managing the condition. Symptomatic treatment is given to treat muscle cramps, dizziness, weakness.
Other Modes of treatment
The other modes of treatment can also be effective in treating Anhidrosis. Homoeopathy is a science which deals with individualization considers a person in a holistic way. This science can be helpful in combating the symptoms. Similarly the ayurvedic system of medicine which uses herbal medicines and synthetic derivates are also found to be effective in treating Anhidrosis.
