Hyperhidrosis

Everybody sweats.

 

As with all human conditions, there is a wide range of “normal” with some people hardly sweating at all, whilst others sweat to a much larger extent. Most normal or heavy sweating can be controlled with shop bought anti-perspirants and simple life style changes.

 

When the amount of sweating is excessive and cannot be controlled by these measures it is termed “hyperhidrosis”.

 

Although some people have hyperhidrosis as a consequence of another illness, in many others it is merely due to overactive sweat glands or over-activity of the sympathetic nervous system.

 

You are not alone if your life is affected by excessive sweating. The good news is that effective treatments are available which could significantly improve your quality of life.

 

 

 

What are the causes of excessive underarm sweating ?

Excessive underarm sweating is caused by overactivity of one type of sweat gland, the eccrine gland.

 

This overactivity, it is thought, is linked to problems with the sympathetic nervous system which regulates many important functions of the body. Eccrine glands are found virtually all over the body surface but they are concentrated on particular areas including under the armpits.

 

There are many factors which can stimulate excessive sweating.

 

• Exercise
• Heat or cold
• Alcohol, coffee or tea
• Smoking
• Hot or spicy food
• Stress, anxiety or strong emotions
• Certain times of the day

 

 

Can excessive sweating be treated ?

If you think you may be suffering from excessive sweating, there are certain lifestyle changes that can help:

 

• Using antiperspirant/deodorants (not deodorants alone)
• Avoiding known triggers such as spicy food or alcohol
• Maintaining a cool environment
• Wearing loose clothing
• Trying to stay relaxed

 

If lifestyle changes are not effective enough, there may be other treatments that your Aesthetic practitioner can recommend.

 

 

 

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