HYPERHIDROSIS PROFUSE SWEATING

Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition that causes excessive sweating (perspiration). It usually affects the armpits, hands or feet.

Sweating helps maintain body temperature, skin hydration and fluid and electrolyte balance. People sweat in response to numerous factors (e.g., warm temperatures, physical exertion, anxiety). However, individuals with hyperhidrosis sweat excessively, even when these triggers are not present (e.g., in cool temperatures, during periods of rest).

Visible signs of hyperhidrosis are often obvious and may include underarm stains, dripping palms or wet clothing. Diagnosis of hyperhidrosis is often based on the patient’s symptoms and medical history. If secondary hyperhidrosis is suspected, additional testing (e.g., x-ray, urinalysis) may be performed to identify or rule out any potential underlying conditions.

Potential Causes of hyperhidrosis
The cause of primary (focal) hyperhidrosis is not known. However, secondary hyperhidrosis can have numerous causes. Depending on the type of hyperhidrosis, causes can range from emotions (e.g., stress) to a serious underlying medical disorder (e.g., heart disease, tuberculosis). One of the more common causes includes heredity. Individuals who are genetically predisposed to hyperhidrosis often have sweaty palms and feet.

Signs and symptoms of hyperhidrosis
Primary hyperhidrosis usually first appears during puberty or early adolescence and continues throughout adulthood. Secondary hyperhidrosis may develop at any time in response to a separate medical condition (e.g., hyperthyroidism) or other factors (e.g., stress). Visible signs of hyperhidrosis are often obvious and may include underarm stains, dripping palms or wet clothing.

Treatment Options Why BOTOX ?
BOTOX Interrupts chemical messages that tell sweat glands when to sweat. It is injected where hyperhidrosis occurs (e.g., underarm, hand, foot), freezing the nerve that stimulates sweat production. Botox helps to dramatically improve hyperhidrosis, and usually last six months to a year. As a result, patients will require periodic injections of Botox to maintain the effects. This is a simple procedure with minimal discomfort and very popular for both men and women. There are no known prevention methods for hyperhidrosis.

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