paridrosis

/pærɪˈdrɒsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

an excessive sweating of the palms of the hands or soles of the feet, often due to anxiety or other emotional states

“The patient was experiencing paridrosis as a result of her intense stage fright before the performance.”

Synonyms

  • hyperhidrosis
  • sudorrhea

Antonyms

  • xeroderma