Boley et al evaluated patients with hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating). The impact on the person's quality of life can be monitored before and after different interventions. The authors are from Southern Illinois University in Springfield.
Parameters in original assessment:
(1) social activities
(2) occupational/professional
(3) cosmetic satisfaction
(4) comfort
Additional ones added:
(5) intimate relationships
(6) sports and exercise
(7) hobbies and relaxation
Cosmetic and Comfort
Other
Points
very unsatisfied
poor
1
unsatisfied
suboptimal
2
neutral
fair
3
satisfied
good
4
very satisfied
excellent
5
total score =
= SUM(points for all of the parameters)
change following intervention =
= (current total score) - (previous total score)
Interpretation:
• minimum score: 7
• maximum score: 35
• The higher the score the better the patient's quality of life.
• A positive value for a change after an intervention indicates overall improvement.
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