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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Perspiration | |||
| image = [[File:Amanda_Françozo_At_The_Runner_Sports_Fragment.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Perspiration on the skin | |||
| synonyms = Sweating, diaphoresis | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]], [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = Moist skin, [[body odor]] | |||
| complications = [[Dehydration]], [[heat exhaustion]] | |||
| onset = Any age | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Exercise]], [[heat]], [[stress]], [[fever]], [[infection]] | |||
| risks = [[Hyperhidrosis]], [[anhidrosis]] | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical evaluation | |||
| differential = [[Hyperhidrosis]], [[anhidrosis]], [[fever]] | |||
| prevention = [[Antiperspirant]], [[cooling]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antiperspirant]], [[botulinum toxin]] injections, [[iontophoresis]] | |||
| medication = [[Anticholinergics]], [[beta blockers]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Brendon_Ayanbadejo_by_Keith_Allison_2_(cropped).jpg|Brendon Ayanbadejo|thumb|left]] | |||
[[File:Sweaty_runner.jpg|Sweaty runner|thumb|left]] | |||
[[File:TranspirationPerspirationCommonsFL.jpg|Transpiration and perspiration|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Perspiration''', also known as [[sweating]], is the production of fluids secreted by the [[sweat glands]] in the skin of mammals. | '''Perspiration''', also known as [[sweating]], is the production of fluids secreted by the [[sweat glands]] in the skin of mammals. | ||
== Introduction == | |||
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Perspiration is primarily a means of [[thermoregulation]] which is achieved by the water-rich secretion of the eccrine glands. The maximum rate of perspiration is between two and four liters per hour. Sweating is essential for our body as it helps in cooling down the body temperature and removes toxins. | Perspiration is primarily a means of [[thermoregulation]] which is achieved by the water-rich secretion of the eccrine glands. The maximum rate of perspiration is between two and four liters per hour. Sweating is essential for our body as it helps in cooling down the body temperature and removes toxins. | ||
== Mechanism == | == Mechanism == | ||
Sweating allows the body to regulate its temperature. When the body becomes overheated, it responds by sweating, which allows it to cool down. This is primarily achieved through the evaporation of sweat on the skin surface. The sweat is produced by [[sweat glands]], which are distributed all over the body. | Sweating allows the body to regulate its temperature. When the body becomes overheated, it responds by sweating, which allows it to cool down. This is primarily achieved through the evaporation of sweat on the skin surface. The sweat is produced by [[sweat glands]], which are distributed all over the body. | ||
== Types of Sweat Glands == | == Types of Sweat Glands == | ||
There are two types of sweat glands: [[Eccrine sweat glands]] and [[Apocrine sweat glands]]. Eccrine sweat glands are found all over the body and produce a clear, odorless substance, consisting primarily of water. Apocrine sweat glands are found in the armpits and groin and produce a thicker, milky sweat that can produce a strong odor when it comes into contact with bacteria on the skin. | There are two types of sweat glands: [[Eccrine sweat glands]] and [[Apocrine sweat glands]]. Eccrine sweat glands are found all over the body and produce a clear, odorless substance, consisting primarily of water. Apocrine sweat glands are found in the armpits and groin and produce a thicker, milky sweat that can produce a strong odor when it comes into contact with bacteria on the skin. | ||
== Disorders Related to Perspiration == | == Disorders Related to Perspiration == | ||
There are several disorders related to perspiration, including [[Hyperhidrosis]], [[Anhidrosis]], and [[Bromhidrosis]]. Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by excessive sweating, often in specific areas of the body. Anhidrosis is the inability to sweat normally, which can lead to overheating. Bromhidrosis is a condition characterized by foul-smelling sweat. | There are several disorders related to perspiration, including [[Hyperhidrosis]], [[Anhidrosis]], and [[Bromhidrosis]]. Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by excessive sweating, often in specific areas of the body. Anhidrosis is the inability to sweat normally, which can lead to overheating. Bromhidrosis is a condition characterized by foul-smelling sweat. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Thermoregulation]] | * [[Thermoregulation]] | ||
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* [[Anhidrosis]] | * [[Anhidrosis]] | ||
* [[Bromhidrosis]] | * [[Bromhidrosis]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Physiology]] | [[Category:Physiology]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | ||
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| Perspiration | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Sweating, diaphoresis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Moist skin, body odor |
| Complications | Dehydration, heat exhaustion |
| Onset | Any age |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Exercise, heat, stress, fever, infection |
| Risks | Hyperhidrosis, anhidrosis |
| Diagnosis | Clinical evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Hyperhidrosis, anhidrosis, fever |
| Prevention | Antiperspirant, cooling |
| Treatment | Antiperspirant, botulinum toxin injections, iontophoresis |
| Medication | Anticholinergics, beta blockers |
| Prognosis | Generally good |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
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Perspiration, also known as sweating, is the production of fluids secreted by the sweat glands in the skin of mammals.
Introduction[edit]
Perspiration is primarily a means of thermoregulation which is achieved by the water-rich secretion of the eccrine glands. The maximum rate of perspiration is between two and four liters per hour. Sweating is essential for our body as it helps in cooling down the body temperature and removes toxins.
Mechanism[edit]
Sweating allows the body to regulate its temperature. When the body becomes overheated, it responds by sweating, which allows it to cool down. This is primarily achieved through the evaporation of sweat on the skin surface. The sweat is produced by sweat glands, which are distributed all over the body.
Types of Sweat Glands[edit]
There are two types of sweat glands: Eccrine sweat glands and Apocrine sweat glands. Eccrine sweat glands are found all over the body and produce a clear, odorless substance, consisting primarily of water. Apocrine sweat glands are found in the armpits and groin and produce a thicker, milky sweat that can produce a strong odor when it comes into contact with bacteria on the skin.
Disorders Related to Perspiration[edit]
There are several disorders related to perspiration, including Hyperhidrosis, Anhidrosis, and Bromhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by excessive sweating, often in specific areas of the body. Anhidrosis is the inability to sweat normally, which can lead to overheating. Bromhidrosis is a condition characterized by foul-smelling sweat.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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