Excessive Sweating: Hyperhidrosis Specialist

What is Sweating?

Sweating, also known as perspiration, is a natural physiological process in which the body releases a clear, salty fluid through the sweat glands to regulate body temperature. It helps cool down the body by evaporating from the skin’s surface. Sweating is a normal response to physical exertion, heat, stress, or emotional triggers. Excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, is a condition characterized by excessive sweating beyond what is necessary for temperature regulation. It can occur in specific areas like the underarms, palms, or feet (localized hyperhidrosis), or affect the entire body (generalized hyperhidrosis). Hyperhidrosis can significantly impact daily life, causing discomfort, embarrassment, and affecting social interactions.

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Causes of Excessive Sweating

Excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, can have various causes. Primary hyperhidrosis is believed to be a result of overactive sweat glands, often with a genetic component. It typically begins in childhood or adolescence and can affect specific areas of the body. Secondary hyperhidrosis, on the other hand, is caused by an underlying medical condition or external factors. Health conditions like thyroid problems, diabetes, menopause, infections, and certain medications can lead to excessive sweating. Psychological factors such as anxiety and stress can also contribute to increased sweating. Identifying the underlying cause is important for proper diagnosis and treatment of excessive sweating.

Treatments for Excessive Sweating

The treatment for excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, depends on the severity and underlying cause of the condition. For mild cases, over-the-counter or prescription-strength antiperspirants containing aluminum chloride can be effective in reducing sweating. Other non-invasive treatment options include iontophoresis, a process that uses a low electrical current to temporarily block sweat glands, and medications like anticholinergics. In more severe cases, Botox injections can provide temporary relief by blocking the nerve signals that stimulate sweating. Surgical interventions such as sweat gland removal or sympathectomy, a procedure that disrupts the nerve signals to sweat glands, may be considered in extreme cases.
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