Primary Hyperhidrosis: Prevalence, Severity, and Impact on Quality of Life among Jordanian Patients.

Background: Primary hyperhidrosis (PHH) is characterized by idiopathic, focal, bilateral, and symmetrical excessive and exaggerated sweating with a major impact on the quality of life (QoL). To date, there are no studies about the prevalence of PHH in Jordan and in the Arab region.

Aim: To assess the prevalence, severity, and characteristics of PHH in the Jordanian population as well as its impact on QoL.