How Can Aquagenic Wrinkling Of The Palms Be Treated?

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Question : Is there any medicine for Aquagenic Wrinkling of Palms now? I have been having the symptom of AWP since Nov. last year. My hands turn white and wrinkling after get wet. It gets worse after immersed in hot water. I do not feel itching or any pain but tightening feeling, the most of annoying feeling.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (26 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Remedy for Aquagenic Wrinkling of Palms

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am Dr. Kakkar (Dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.

Aquagenic wrinkling of Palms (AWP) is related to abnormal electrolyte fluxes across the sweat glands and sweat ducts of palmar skin.
Though there is no proven treatment for AWP, however, few patients have experienced relief with Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate 20% lotion (Aldry lotion). You may apply it once daily, at night for 3-4 weeks for noticeable improvement.
Another reported treatment option is Botulinum toxin A injection which can be tried if 20% Aluminium chloride hexahydrate proves ineffective.

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