hyperhidrosis

What is the cause for hyperhidrosis?

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outbreaks come and go

not reason as to when, why, how long or how intense

What is the cause for hyperhidrosis?
Primary or idiopathic hyperhidrosis : Hyperhidrosis without a known cause. A more frequent condition than secondary hyperhidrosis. Localized commonly in the hands, armpits, scalp, face, and/or feet. Starts during childhood or early adolesence, worsens during puberty, and then persists for the rest of one's life. Nervousness and psychiatric disorders are rarely the cause. The excessive sweating is very embarrassing and social, professional, and intimate relationships are often seriously affected.

Secondary hyperhidrosis: Caused by an underlying condition. Usually causes excess sweating of the entire body, however. Some of these conditions are; endocrine disorders such as hyperthyroidism, endocrine treatment for malignant disease, menopause, obesity, psychiatric disorders, systemic malignant disease.
Reply:don't know the cause, but have a great site for you to check out for information.

http://www.handsdry.com/hyperhidrosis.ht...
Reply:It is caused by an over-active sympathetic nervous system. This can be a result of hyperthyroidism or other endocrine system disorder, or possibly from psychological causes. Obesity and menopause may also cause hyperhidrosis (excessive perspiring),

I think I might have hyperhidrosis, how can I stop it??

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besides the anti-perspirants...has anyone read that book by mike ramsey called "stop sweating and start living"??? If so, what was the herbal remedy he used that everyone is talking about?? I'm trying to avoid buying the book...

I think I might have hyperhidrosis, how can I stop it??
From what I can tell it's nothing herbal, but he suggests you:

1.) Not use soap on your underarms.

2.) Scrub your underarms with a Loofah, instead.

3.) Stop using anti-perspirants.

This article http://www.sweatsolutions.org/SweatSolut... reveals that, but they also say he ebook gives more details.

The person who wrote the article didn't have great success with it, but they also say he claims over 2,000 people have bought it and he's only had to refund 80 people.

I just found out about this today and I might try that method, since I have found I tend to sweat less sometimes when I don't use anti-perspirants. Good luck
Reply:there are drugs to stop sweating..

check ur dermatologist...

i dun think herbals will help..
Reply:The only thing that I have heard of to try to help you stop sweating is Botox in the sweat glands.

But you can try a search on Web MD.

I think i may have hyperhidrosis?

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what are some over the counter treatments for this?

i sweat really bad and i want to stop it..

I think i may have hyperhidrosis?
I am so sorry. My family has a tendency toward hyperhydrosis and it truly stinks. There are medications and treatments for certain types. For example if you have thetype that makes your palms and the bottoms of your feet sweat profusely then you can try a good antiperspirant on those places. There is also a lazer procedure for some people. However, for folks who sweat all over with that soaking sweat there is little that can be done.

It helped me quite a lot to move to a cooler, less humid climate.
Reply:Get your liver and kidney functions checked out.... preferably with an integrative physician (an MD who will refer you to the top alternative health care provider if they feel that would be the best plan) There is some current belief that liver and kidney dysfunction is connected with hyperhydrosis. Over-the-counter treatments will likely just mask the problem, not get to its core.

All the best!
Reply:Antiperspirants

Iontophoresis

Drugs

Botulinum Toxin

Surgery

Other treatment methods

ANTIPERSPIRANTS

Usually recommended as the first therapeutic measure. The most effective agent appears to be alluminum chloride (20-25%) in 70-90% alcohol, applied in the evening 2-3 times/week. Generally, this treatment is sufficient in cases with light to moderate hyperhidrosis but has to repeated regularly.

IONTOPHORESIS

Can be tried if antiperspirants have not lead to the desired result. This method consists in applying low intensity electric current (15-18 mA), supplied by a D/C generator, to the palms and/or soles immersed in an electrolyte solution. The procedure has to be repeated regularly, initially in 20' sessions several times/week, gradually stretching out the interval between treatments to 1-2 weeks. The results vary: many patients, suffering from light or moderate hyperhiderosis, are happy with the method, some may consider it too time-consuming or inefficient, and comparably expensive. It is difficult to apply in axillary, and impossible to use in diffuse hyperhidrosis of the face or the trunk/thigh region.

Equipment, specifically designed for the treatment of hyperhidrosis at home or in the physician's office, is commercially available from different suppliers.

DRUGS

There are no specific drugs available against profuse sweating. Psychotropic (mostly sedative) and/or anticholinergic drugs are often tested but show usually too many side-effects before any noticeable result can be achieved. Hence, they are, as a rule, not recommended. In those few cases who suffer from profuse sweating on the trunk (but not the extremities), a low dose of anticholinergic agent can slightly alleviate the symptoms without rendering life unsupportable from side-effects (dry mouth, accomodation difficulties of the eyes, etc), but a dosage necessary to normalize the amount of sweating will rarely be tolerated.

BOTULINUM TOXIN

A family of toxins produced by a bacteria known as Clostridium botulinum. This toxin is one of the most lethal poisons known, interfering with the effect of the transmitter substance acethylcholine at the synapses (the contact point of a nerve ending with another nerve cell or a muscle) and leading to progressive paralysis of all muscles in the body, including the respiratory muscles. In extremely low doses, botulinus toxin has been adopted in cases with localized muscle hyperactivity (lid spasms, torticollis, etc), resulting in a reduction in transmitting impulses to the muscle. Initial reports have been published regarding the use of botulinum toxin in hyperhidrosis. It seems to work adequately in axillary hyperhidrosis, lasting for 6-12 months depending on the dosage (0.5-1.0 Units/cm2;). A drawback are the costs of this treatment which has to be repeated at regular intervals, but the side-effects seem to be negligible if dosages are kept low.

SURGERY

Excision of the axillary sweat glands

Patients with axillary hyperhidrosis who are unresponsive to medical therapy can be effectively treated by excision of the axillary sweat glands. If sweating extends beyond the hairy portion of the axilla, several skin incisions may be needed, sometimes resulting in formation of hypertrophic and/or constrictive scars.

Sympathectomy

- The principle of sympathectomy is to interrupt the nerve tracks and nodes (ganglia) which transmit the signals to the sweat glands. Basically, this can be achieved for all locations in the body, but only the nerve nodes responsible for the sweat glands of the palms and the face are accessible without the need for a major surgical procedure. Today, the treatment of choice for moderate to severe palmar and facial hyperhidrosis (but also axillary, especially if combined with palmar sweating), consists in a surgical procedure known as Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy. This minimal-invasive endoscopic technique has been developed in recent years in a few hospitals in Europe, superseeding Conventional Thoracic Sympathectomy, a very traumatic procedure performed in the past. The endoscopic technique is very safe, if performed by a surgeon experienced in this type of procedure, and leads to definitive cure in nearly 100% of patients, leaving only a minimal scar in the armpit.

- Individuals with combined hyperhidrosis of the palms and soles have a good chance to improve the sweating of their feet after an operation aiming to suppress sweating of the hands. Isolated plantar hyperhidrosis can, however, only cured by Lumbar Sympathectomy, an open abdominal procedure.

- Diffuse hyperhidrosis of the trunk or general sweating of the whole body cannot be treated by surgery.

OTHER TREATMENT OPTIONS

"Alternative Medicine"

In the experience of the author, many patients, disappointed by the treatment offered by their doctors, have tried different methods of alternative therapy including homoeopathy, massage, acupuncture and phytotherapeutic drugs, in almost all cases without noticeable improvement.

Hypnosis

There are no systematic studies on this method. Few patiens have tried it, reporting poor results on palmar hyperhidrosis.

Psychotherapy

Very limited effect in the absolut majority of patients. Psychological problems are in most cases a consequence of hyperhidrosis, not the cause. Hence, psychiatric or psychopharmacologic therapy cannot cure this disorder, at most it may help the patient to accept living with the problem

I have a syndrome called Hyperhidrosis. Is surgery or Botox the only way to fix it??

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Actually I just recieved a memo on that go to webmd.com and look up that product I didn't write down the name but just enter the symptom and they should direct you to proper link. Hope this helps

I have a syndrome called Hyperhidrosis. Is surgery or Botox the only way to fix it??
You should ask an expert
Reply:I have the same thing--of the hands and feet, really annoying. I have read that surgery is really serious and not an easy surgery. I have only seen Botox ads for underarm sweating. Either way sounds painful, but would be worth it to have dry hands!

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How can i cure my hyperhidrosis?

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There are a variety of treatment options available for patients with hyperhidrosis, including:

Antiperspirants. Excessive sweating may be controlled with strong anti-perspirants, which plug the sweat ducts. Products containing 10% to 15% aluminum chloride hexahydrate are the first line of treatment for underarm sweating. Some patients may be be prescribed a product containing a higher dose of aluminum chloride, which is applied nightly onto the affected areas. Antiperspirants can cause skin irritation, and strong doses of aluminum chloride can damage clothing. Note: Deodorants do not prevent sweating, but are helpful in reducing body odor.

Medication. Anticholinergics drugs, such as glycopyrrolate (Robinul, Robinul-Forte), help to prevent the stimulation of sweat glands. Although effective for some patients, these drugs have not been studied as well as other treatments. Side effects include dry mouth, dizziness, and problems with urination.

Iontophoresis. This FDA-approved procedure uses electricity to temporarily turn off the sweat gland. It is most effective for sweating of the hands and feet. The hands or feet are placed into water, and then a gentle current of electricity is passed through it. The electricity is gradually increased until the patient feels a light tingling sensation. The therapy lasts about 10-20 minutes and requires several sessions. Side effects include skin cracking and blisters, although rare.

Botox. Botulinum toxin type A (Botox) was approved by the FDA in 2004 for the treatment of severe underarm sweating, a condition called primary axillary hyperhidrosis. Small doses of purified botulinum toxin injected into the underarm temporarily block the nerves that stimulate sweating. Side effects include injection-site pain and flu-like symptoms. If you are considering Botox for other areas of excessive sweating talk to your doctor in detail. Botox used for sweating of the palms can cause mild, but temporary weakness and intense pain.

Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS). In severe cases, a minimally-invasive surgical procedure called sympathectomy may be recommended. This surgery turns off the signal which tells the body to sweat excessively. ETS surgery is done while the patient is asleep under general anesthesia. The doctor makes two or three tiny cuts under the arm. The patient's lung is collapsed so the surgeon has more room to work. A tiny camera, called an endoscope, is inserted to guide the surgeon to the appropriate nerve. After the nerve associated with the overactive gland is identified, it is removed or destroyed. The lung is restored to normal, and the wound closed with stitches. The identical procedure is done on the other side of the body. The surgery takes about a half hour. Patients usually go home the next day, but may experience pain for about a week. ETS requires special training. Before having this surgery, make sure your doctor is properly trained. The procedure is usually performed on patients with excessively sweaty palms. It is not as effective on those with excessive armpit sweating. Risks include artery damage, nerve damage, and increased sweating. New sweating occurs in about 50% of patients.

Is there any cure for hyperhidrosis?

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Yes, but it works in a really weird way which would make it kind of like a no.

It's this electric surgery thing, they clamp up your pores and it stops the sweat in that specific area. But a few days later, you start sweating EVERYWHERE else.

it's oddddd,

so yes and no. (;

but there are things you can do to keep it under control.

Is there any cure for hyperhidrosis?
It depends on what causes your hyperhidrosis. Over the counter antiperspirants are sometimes given, I think. I think it can be genetic or hormonal or stress related, triggered by your emotions. For every single reason, there's a different treatment.

What is a cure for hyperhidrosis?

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My sister has this and she uses Maxim, or Maxum, not sure of the spelling. It works really good for her. Search it online. Hope this helps

What is a cure for hyperhidrosis?
Give www.sweatfix.com a try. You can change parts of your diet to help the condition Report It

Doctors or expericenced people help; hyperhidrosis?

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nothing works for me.

i've tried just about every anti-persperant that says it can control my sweating; and nothing happens.

i think my problem is that i sweat because of anxiety, i'm constantly anxious/nervous at school, which is where most of the sweating occurs. i don't even know why i'm so anxious at school, like it does'nt show at all, and i have a good amount of friends so i really have no reason to be this way!

so i have to wear this camisole with pads in the armpit area, and T-shirts. i can't wear the shirts i want to wear "baby tee's" because the pad outline is visible and comes out of the sleeve. so pretty much i have to wear guy shirts, but surprisingly nobody says anything about it; and most girls think they are girl T shirts. but i'm tired of it. i've had it for a year and i'm fed up. my mom won't let my get botox injections; they cost too much and sound really painful. any other ideas or products i should try?

Doctors or expericenced people help; hyperhidrosis?
Go to a dermatologist. They can inject Botox into the areas to make you stop sweating. Seriously! This will be your best bet. Otherwise try the Secret Clinical Strength deodorant.
Reply:Sorry to hear that. I had hyperhidrosis for many years along with arhhythmia, migraine headaches, muscle twitching,

gastrointestinal problems, and food intolerances.

I tried all the usual treatments including ETS surgery, prescriptions, antiperspirants, botox, etc. The surgery was most helpful but several years later hyperhidrosis began to return.

In my case it was due to mercury, lead, and cadmium poisoning. These could have come from old dental fillings, lead paint in houses, etc. What finally stopped it was a gluten-free diet, replacing dental amalgams with composite, and DMSA chelation.

(Mercury and other heavy metals interfere with enzymes and digestion.) You can search for any of these and find tons of

articles.

Heavy metals like mecury, lead, and cadmium won't show up on blood tests. It takes a hair or 24-hour urine test. You could

find a naturopathic doctor or order a test directly.

http://www.directlabs.com/testtypes.php#...

Some other things which help are B Vitamins and Folic Acid. I take a multivitamin that contains NO copper but has all the

other essential minerals (magnesium, zinc, selenium, manganese, molybdenum)

If you search, there are several sources which mention hyperhidrosis as a symptom of mercury poisoning. This is also related to wheat and dairy intolerance because mercury inhibits DPP-IV, the main enzyme needed to digest these foods.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperhidros...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercury_poi...

Sensitivity To Gluten May Result In Neurological Dysfunction; Gluten ataxia

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/200...

http://www.aan.com/press/index.cfm?fusea...

Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition

"Sensitivity To Gluten May Result In Neurological Dysfunction"

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/200...

Advances in Clinical Neuroscience %26amp; Rehabilitation

"Neurological associations of coeliac disease"

http://www.acnr.co.uk/acnr%20july%20aug%...

(Hyperhidrosis is on page 24)

Neurological Manifestations of Celiac Disease

www.scielo.br/pdf/anp/v62n4/a07v62n4.p...

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

(Scroll about halfway down the page)

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What is the treatment for hyperhidrosis?

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I'm not sure and I need to tell me doctor. Only serious answers, please don't answer if you don't know. Thanks and have a nice day.

What is the treatment for hyperhidrosis?
i had the same problem.

i am a neat freak and wash every day so i am not dirty or unclean, but i had a horrible horrible horrible smelling and sweating problems in my armpits!

i used eveything.

then i went to my dermo and he's a genius, he offered me HYDROSAL%26gt;

do it.

it WORKS LIKE MAGICCCCCCCCCC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hydrosal now it WILL help i swear to you good luck

ps-changed my life! literally. excuse spelling i was just excited to help u
Reply:Anticholonergic drugs are great for this. Also, beta-blockers work well, especially if you have anxiety.
Reply:Antiperspirants and deodorants :

The aim of an antiperspirant is to decrease the amount of sweating by creating a plug in the acrosyringium. The plug is made of aluminum salts.

Deodorants, on the other hand are products aimed at decreasing the odor with an antibacterial agent or masking it with a perfume.

Topical anticholinergic medications:

Topical glycopyrrolate as 0.5% aqueous solution has been reported also to control HH of the forehead.

Aluminum chlorhydrate:

Present in most antiperspirants available over the counter. Its concentration is higher in antiperspirants than in deodorants. Among the aluminum salts, aluminum chloride is the most effective followed by aluminum chlorhydrate / zinc compounds and finally aluminum chlorhydrate used alone.

Aluminum chloride hexahydrate in an alcoholic solution:

Aluminum chloride hexahydrate is available as a 20% alcoholic solution Drysol® and at 6% concentration under the name Xerac ac®. Aluminum chloride hexahydrate has to be used in a distinctive way. The armpits, hands and feet must be thoroughly washed and blow dried before its application. The solution is applied under occlusion with Cellophane paper in resistant cases. Gloves may be used for the hands and plastic bags for the feet. Occlusion is kept overnight. This procedure is repeated 2 to 3 nights per week. Irritation is a common side effect. Stinging and burning sensation are common at the beginning but may subside after a while.

Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate in a salicylic acid gel base:

IIn 1978, Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate in a salicylic acid gel base was first used in a middle aged woman suffering from axillary HH on the verge of getting a surgery to get rid of her axillary glands after failing to respond to Drysol under occlusion. The outcome was impressive. Her surgery has been cancelled and over a 100 similar cases were referred to me during that same year. A similar extemporaneous formulation of 15% aluminum chloride in a salicylic acid gel could now be obtained without a prescription at any pharmacy in Canada www.hydrosalgel.ca

The extemporaneous formulation of 35% Aluminum chloride in a Salicylic Acid Gel for the treatment of palmar %26amp;/or plantar hyperhidrosis could be prepared as follows:

Help!!!!! I was born with Hyperhidrosis, any cures????

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My hands drip sweat constantly, i get money all wet when i got to the convience store, my school papers were wet in school, shaking someones hands is terribly embarrasing, my ciggarettes break off when i flip the ashes.....My feet sweat also i can't wear flip flops in the summer time when everyone else is, i dont walk around barefooted because everything sticks to my feet and i leave muddy prints on the hardwood floors. My arm pits sweat all the time also , i try to wear dark shirts as much as possible, its soooo embarrassing but not as much as my hands though. Now i've tried drysol that crap wasnt worth a crap for me it was a big hassle and dried my hands out but it caused me to sweat profusly from my face which was bad too. My hands were so dried out they were bleeding. Someone please help!!!!!Actually i would like to know if their was some kinda support group for people with this condition ???Im married now but it was sooooooo embarrassing when i would go my hands would be all sweat

Help!!!!! I was born with Hyperhidrosis, any cures????
Hyperhidrosis Treatment:

Over the past years, several different approaches have been taken to cure this socially and functionally embarrassing problem. Patients have tried herbal medications, lotions, and oral medications to end excessive sweating. None of those methods have proved to be of any lasting value. The surgical approach to this problem started about 60 years ago but, due to the location of the sympathetic nerve chain in the body, medical procedures at that time necessitated a very invasive surgery. The operation used to be done either through the neck, chest cavity, or through the back. Those invasive methods made it an unpopular operation for patients and the medical community at large. Since the introduction of minimally invasive surgery about 20 years ago, methods were developed to access the sympathetic nerve chain with minimally invasive surgery. Over the last 10 years, the endoscopic approach was finely tuned and enabled the surgeon to perform the operation on an outpatient basis (the patient returns home the same day of the procedure). The operation is very precise and the complication rate is very low. Click here to learn more about the procedure and see our slideshow presentation.

What's the meaning of Hyperhidrosis?

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It is the term used for excessive sweating. which can be localized to armpits, feet, hands or the face. in other words those areas sweat while the rest of the body doesn't. normal hygiene helps but in severe cases anticholinergic drugs are prescribed.

How many of you with hyperhidrosis (extreme sweating) also have dental amalgam fillings or root canals?

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There is a connection but I am not posting it here, you can find that information online. I don't want floods of hate mail over the dental issue. This is just an informal poll for my own curiosity.

How many of you with hyperhidrosis (extreme sweating) also have dental amalgam fillings or root canals?
I have several silver fillings and sweat gravy!!!

periwinkle

I think I have Hyperhidrosis (I sweat a lot).. PLEASE HELP?!!!!?

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i start to sweat suddently. i know it is bc i get nervous in social situations. my armpits, palms, and feet sweat. if i take my socks off, i will sweat even more. what can i do about this. i will talk to my doctor soon, but i don't want any treatment to have severe side effects like gaining weight. dont we sweat to cool down the body??? so should i just let nature take its course and do what it has to do naturally. im scared about treatment?... i dont have this problem all the time. just a few times when i am under a lot of pressure, stress, or when I dance and hold hands with my partner or when I shake hands with anyone. PLEASE HELP if you can tell me more about this condition.

please so stupid comments. thanks!

I think I have Hyperhidrosis (I sweat a lot).. PLEASE HELP?!!!!?
Check out www.hufa.org, especially the symptoms link. My night sweats and nervous sweating in the hands and a lot of other symptoms were due to low blood sugar. Balancing my blood sugar helped with that, and PMS and cramps and a lot of other stuff.

Truly. It may be what is causing your sudden sweats.

Does maxim work for Hyperhidrosis?

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i wanted to know if it really works or if its just fake

Does maxim work for Hyperhidrosis?
I cant say about the cream as I haven't tried it, but it shouldn't be burning!

Triple dry hand cream works well

Does anyone have Axillary Hyperhidrosis disorder? How much does the surgery cost? Anyone know?

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I don't have it, but I used to (I don't know why but luckily it went away on its own) and the doctor said it can be a few hundred dollars for the botox but for a surgery it could be in the thousands... I'm not sure if this is right though, sorry. I think the best thing to do is to call your doctor. I hope this helps and I hope everything works out 4 you! =)

night blooming cereus

My friend Janice has hyperhidrosis or something like that so are there any natural ways to stop it?

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she's always under like alot of stress so we think that's what is causing it but like she doesn't know what to do now.

My friend Janice has hyperhidrosis or something like that so are there any natural ways to stop it?
Here's a great link for a lot of things: http://www.nativeremedies.com/deodorite-...

Why do i have hyperhidrosis when only 4% of people in country suffer with it?

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excessive sweating

Why do i have hyperhidrosis when only 4% of people in country suffer with it?
If its not caused by a medical problem,as investigated by your doctor,well its just one of those things some people are born with.You may benefit from botox injections,beta blocker

medication,anti perspirants,or the drionic electronic device that some doctors endorse.Surgery is possible in rare cases,but not without dangers side effects,such as sweating more in another part of the body.See below for details.
Reply:you're in that 4%
Reply:Because you are one of the 4%. Don't forget that there are a lot of things you DON'T have that a larger amount of people than 4% DO.
Reply:You don't say how old you are - unfortunately, it usually hits people when they are at a most sensitive age - puberty.

Should you be in that age group, hold on to the thought that it very often clears up by itself by your mid-20's to early 30's.

You'll have to really work at keeping yourself fresh and sweet - wear natural fibres such as cotton, and leather shoes or sandals, use good antiperspirants.

There is an operation, in extremis, should your underarms be most affected; it's called endoscopic transthoracic sympathectomy and involves destroying the nerve centres in the chest which control arm sweating.

It will give you the opportunity to empathise with older women going through menopause accompanied by "hot flushes"!!

Hold on to the thought that it will probably pass.
Reply:My sister has the same thing. The doctors are useless with this problem - they keep telling my sister to wash more, but she's already having 2 showers a day! You're just unlucky I'm afraid.

There is a minor operation that you can have on your sweat glands that is meant to be really effective. May be worth looking into...
Reply:im a sufferer of hyperhidrosis

and yeah. it sucks.

but actually more people have it than you think : )

im american so you guys may not have it.. but use "Certain Dri" it's an anti-persper. and it works really well!

good luck.. and just ask me if you have any questions!!
Reply:aww i guess you suffur for us all so we are not all the same and clone like! you know

Sucks to be the short % when it's not Good

But i will say thank you for being strong and dealing with your differences in a positive way!

How do you treat hyperhidrosis?

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my friend's really embarrased and i want to help

How do you treat hyperhidrosis?
I too have a friend who has the same thing. She went in and had the sweat glands removed. I know this is a drastic move, but that is the only thing tha worked for her. But there are other things that she can try first. Here are a few: A nighttime application of aluminum chloride solution can be applied to the effected area. First dry the sweaty area, then cover it with the solution of aluminum chlorid. then cover it with a thin plastic film. In the morning, the person removes the film and washes the area. Some people need two applications daily: this regimen usually gives relief in a week. If the solution irritates the skin, the plastic film should be left off. I think you can buy aluminum chlorid at a drug store.

The second thing she can try is to use a solution of methenamine. I am not sure if you can by this without a prescription or not. You will have to check this one out. The third thing is Tap water iontophoresis, a process in which a weak electric current is applied to the sweaty area. This has to be done a doctors office. A skin specialist usually. And if none of that works then you go for the removal of the sweat glands. Last resort only. I hopes this helps your girlfriend. I know what a problem this can be. So Good Luck. And let me know how this all works out. e-mail me at my e-mail address.
Reply:I've heard that you can get botox injections to eliminate the issue for underarms anyway- the downside is it is only temporary.

How can i cure hyperhidrosis in my armpits naturally?

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without applying chemicals with side effects, not anti perspirants but really natural, as in!

How can i cure hyperhidrosis in my armpits naturally?
This is a hard question. Some people use hypnosisim or meditation, but with limited sucsess.

There are a variety of treatments that you can use.

Aluminum Chloride Solutions:

This chemecal is often used in antipersperants, but people with hyperhydrosis need something with a high concentrate.

Try medications like MegaDry, B-Drier, Obadan, or Driclor.

Botulinum toxin type A:

These are procedures that disable the sweat glands for about 4-9 months. With proper anesthesia, the procedure is almost painless. Some insurance companies will partially pay for it, so talk to yours about treatments like Botox.

Surgery (Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy, or ETS):

Select nerves in the chest are either cut, burned or clamped, to reduce or permanently stop sweating in the hands or feet. Before considering this, talk to your doctor or physician about side effects of alternative procedures like Sweat gland suction or Iontophoresis.

If these seem expensive or unnesecary, try using baby powder or talc because they will aborb moisture. This is only temporary and becomes messy afterwards though.

I do not suggest hypnosis or meditation because they result in very limited sucsess.

orchid cactus

I suffer from Palmar Hyperhidrosis, is there anyone with any suggestions on how to get rid of it?

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There are two different paths you can take on this one.

If your condition is minor: you can try getting botox injections in your hands. It is expensive if your insurance company won't cover it, but i got mine to. What they do is inject you about 100 times in each hand with the botox and it is supposed to stop your hands from sweating. For me, it only reduced the sweating a fraction of what it was, if at all.

If your condition is SEVERE: There is a fairly simple surgery that will completely stop all sweating in your hands. I've had this surgery and it is, without a doubt, a life changing event. You can either have them snip the part that makes you sweat there, which is irreversible, OR, you can have them put titanium clamps on in case you would ever want to have it undone. i hope this helps...

I suffer from Palmar Hyperhidrosis, is there anyone with any suggestions on how to get rid of it?
Hyperhidrosis can be caused by food allergies, or a mineral/vitamin deficiency. I had it for a long time before learning this.

Check out this article about hyperhidrosis, grains, and sugars. Scroll about halfway down the page.

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

I had hyperhidrosis and other symptoms for many years. I tried all the usual treatments including ETS surgery, prescriptions, antiperspirants, botox, etc. The surgery was most helpful but several years later hyperhidrosis began to return.

This year I was diagnosed with a few food allergies and celiac disease. I eliminated wheat, dairy, and sugar from my diet. I stopped all prescriptions and began taking supplements for B vitamins and magnesium.

You can see the rest of the story here:

http://www.esfbchannel.com/phpBB2/viewto...

Does anyone here have hyperhidrosis(excessive sweating)?

2010-04-24T07:55:00.000-07:00

I first noticed that I sweated more than others when I was 13 years old. my hands feet and underarms sweat so much it was horrible. It only got worse as I got older, and after talking to my parents, I finally went to the doctor, after years of pills lotions, and everything, I finally went to a larger city and had surgery at age 17. I am now 19 and want to talk to people with this, and try to encourage them! The surgery help my hands and underarms and I am thankful that it all worked out!! I still sweat more than others but it helped and I want to help now. Thanks for your time.

Does anyone here have hyperhidrosis(excessive sweating)?
I used to. It was AWFUL! underarms, so embaressing.my hands are mild, but its still there, i never took my jackets off, i had to work my whole life around it. till i found certain dri, in a magazine. thank God i never had to have surgery, i was definetly considering the option.im happy to hear yours was taken care of, i know its exiting,a load off your shoulders and i know how much it sucks to live with it.i recommend what i used to everyone, whoever i can help, i try.
Reply:Botox (botulinum toxin) injections can also help, They paralyze the sweat glands for a few months. It's not permanent though. But a good option for those who can't or won't have the surgery.

Botox might help you to take care of any residual sweating that you might still have after the surgery.
Reply:Yeah, but its gone now. Its not anything I would've wanted to attend a group for. Seriously, think about it. Congrigate a lot of sweaty people into a room?

Could I be suffering hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:54:00.001-07:00

Hi,

For a while now, my hands and feet are always sticky with sweat. It is, when I get nervous (and I have IBS brought on by stress), sometimes excessive, and my armpits are nearly always sticky.

I just looked through the NHS direct pages, and the symptoms are reflcted in me, but I don't know if I should go to the doctor or just use an antiperspirant they recommend (with aluminium chloride).

Help?!?

Could I be suffering hyperhidrosis?
Try the AlCh anti-perspirant first...if it doesn't work go to your doctor. There are lots of other option, so just work through them one-by-one.

If you're stressed about it then it is definitely one that your doctor will be happy to help you with!
Reply:Try treating your IBS with 6-8 cups of hot peppermint tea and for 3-4 days diet of "white" foods- oatmeal, mashed potatoes,egg noodles, white rice. Nothing else and I mean nothing else. Then see how you feel and how your armpits and hands react at the same time.

It helps to find out what triggers your stress and deal with that. breathing exercises help wonders.

Good luck.
Reply:Go to your GP and ask. Not sure about the hands and feet - I know that you can go to hospital and put your hands in a solution that temporarily helps but obviously it depends on the severity of the condition.

I got prescribed driclor from my doc which I use like a roll on deoderant. I developed Hyperhydrosis after having a baby, my underarms were constantly soaked no matter how hot or cold I was, what I was doing or what deoderant I used.

I tried everything I could buy but no luck.

The stuff a doctor can prescribe has high levels of aluminium chloride - much higher than what you can buy which is why its more effective.

If its unmanagable with off the shelf products i'd get a prescription.
Reply:There is a relatively new treatment that dermatologists use by introducing Botox injections to the sights of the hyperhydrosis. It is temporary only last 5-6 months and I imagine expensive. The doctor puts corn starch on the shaved armpits and then puts iodine over that which will turn the areas over the affected glands black to help indicate the areas needing injection.

How can I stop hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:54:00.000-07:00

Mainly excessive sweating under the arms triggered from anxiety. Im always anxious though because i have an anxiety disorder. So I cant win!

How can I stop hyperhidrosis?
I have the exact same problem, and in Canada you can get a product called Drysol over the counter at drugstores. It stings and burns really bad the first few times but really works!
Reply:I suggest you speak to your doctor. You can try Mitchum antiperspirant. It's pretty strong I hear. And hyperhydrosis can be treated with a sympathectomy procedure. Run a search on this topic or on hyperhidrosis and learn more about treatments. You can ask your doctor about what you learn.
Reply:I was at the store recently and they have a prescription strength antiperspirant. If you have tried that route, you might look into botox. The following is a link to the FDA discussing the approval of Botox to treat excessive sweating.

http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/answers/20...

palm

Desperate Help with Axillary Hyperhidrosis.?

2010-04-24T07:53:00.001-07:00

Hello. I am a seventeen year old girl suffering from this medical problem. It is totally socially and emotionally dehibilitating and I've had it for about five years.

For me, this consists of extreme excessive underarm sweat. There is no odor to it, just moisture, and you can imagine how horribly embarassing it is. I was wondering if there is anyone out there who has had the same problem and managed to get a fix?

I've used various powerful anti-perspiratants (Certain-Dri, Maxim and Secret Clinical Stregnth) with virtually zero results. No decrease in the amount of sweat whatsoever.

I suppose I have an extreme case; I sweat no matter what I am wearing, what I am doing and no matter what the temperature is.

I've heard of people using BOTOX treatments and some people getting Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy. If worse comes to worst I might give Botox a try, but I've heard bad things about ETS.

Someone give the best 18th birthday present ever and help me fix this problem.

Desperate Help with Axillary Hyperhidrosis.?
Hi , right lets calm down and get in to the real world BOTOX is a toxin and if go`s wrong you wind up paralyzed. Now thats not the right thing to happen to a young girl, is it?. So let`s concertate and focus on what we can do in a safe way..
Reply:Hyperhidrosis can be caused by food allergies, or a mineral/vitamin deficiency. I had it for a long time before learning this.

Check out this article about hyperhidrosis, grains, and sugars. Scroll about halfway down the page.

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

I had hyperhidrosis and other symptoms for many years. I tried all the usual treatments including ETS surgery, prescriptions, antiperspirants, botox, etc. The surgery was most helpful but several years later hyperhidrosis began to return.

This year I was diagnosed with food allergies due to celiac disease. I eliminated wheat, dairy, and sugar from my diet. I stopped all prescriptions and began taking supplements for B vitamins and magnesium.

You can see the rest of the story here:

http://www.esfbchannel.com/phpBB2/viewto...
Reply:For me, Hydroderm is not a complete substitute for Botox. Hydroderm does however work well for me in many

places, and is certainly a lot cheaper. It's also a lot safer in my opinion. I found some good basic info

at this site that got me started:

http://hydroderm.deal4-you.com

Good luck.

Can people with palmar hyperhidrosis get acrylic nails?

2010-04-24T07:53:00.000-07:00

I've been thinking of getting nails. But I have this problem. I haven't had any medication or treated with this disorder. Thank You.

Can people with palmar hyperhidrosis get acrylic nails?
There should be no reason you can't get fake nails. Hyperhidrosis doesn't affect the fingertips or nails, like you said it is "palmar" so obviously...the palm is the only place you sweat excessively.

Go ahead and get the nails :-)

Just remember that acrylics or gels will do some damage to your real fingernails...

Looking to start a hyperhidrosis forum, are there any sufferers here?

2010-04-24T07:52:00.000-07:00

Yes there are. I've actually seen lots of questions on it.

How can I cure Hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:51:00.001-07:00

I sweat more than the usual person, especially underarm. How can I cure this?

How can I cure Hyperhidrosis?
Get the anti-perspirant Certain Dri. You will never sweat from your underarms. Eliminates all odor. Has no smell. Has no residue so it does not stain your clothes at all. It is a roll on you can get at any drug store in the anti-perspirant section. You put it on at night. Go to sleep. Wake up and take a shower. The residue of the deoderant is gone, but you don't sweat or smell at all for a couple of days. And when I say you don't sweat or smell I mean it. I go to the gym and my shirt gets soaked except for under the arms. That is how well it works. I have used the product for over a decade, and have had no unhealthy skin responses from using it.
Reply:Botox injections under your arm is a new treatment they advertise for sweat reduction. Call you dermatologist and ask about botox fror sweat glands
Reply:Take Homeopathic and you will be cured very soon !

Take my advice and go see a good Homeopathic Doctor !

petunia

How can i stop hyperhidrosis when i have gym class???

2010-04-24T07:51:00.000-07:00

even if i use the anitperspirants right...gymclass will sweat them off..then what do i do?? most anitpersipirants say to put them off at night but how does that work if you take showers of a morning?? someone help me plz

How can i stop hyperhidrosis when i have gym class???
Have you seen a doctor about this, so see if that's actually what you have?

A doctor who specializes in conditions like this can also tell you about new treatments for it. I think there are special deodorants for this condition, and other treatments as well. I'd even recommend doing a web search for more info.

Clinical trials for palmer hyperhidrosis in texas?

2010-04-24T07:50:00.001-07:00

I'm in TX too... but you might not need a clinical trial.

Hyperhidrosis can be caused by food allergies, or a mineral/vitamin deficiency. I had it for a long time before learning this.

Check out this article about hyperhidrosis, grains, and sugars. Scroll about halfway down the page.

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

I had hyperhidrosis and other symptoms for many years. I tried all the usual treatments including ETS surgery, prescriptions, antiperspirants, botox, etc. The surgery was most helpful but several years later hyperhidrosis began to return.

This year I was diagnosed with food allergies due to celiac disease. I eliminated wheat, dairy, and sugar from my diet. I stopped all prescriptions and began taking supplements with B Vitamins, Folic Acid, magnesium and other minerals.

You can see the rest of the story here:

http://www.esfbchannel.com/phpBB2/viewto...

Clinical trials for palmer hyperhidrosis in texas?
i dont know
Reply:Here's a link to listings and info about clinical trials. I couldn't find that condition listed on it, but that could change!

http://clinicaltrials.gov/

Good luck!
Reply:check out clinical trials.gov website

How much cost for hyperhidrosis surgery in hongkong?

2010-04-24T07:50:00.000-07:00

It's expensive anywhere you go.

Hyperhidrosis can be caused by food allergies, or a mineral/vitamin deficiency. I had it for a long time before learning this.

Check out this article about hyperhidrosis, grains, and sugars. Scroll about halfway down the page.

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

I had hyperhidrosis and other symptoms for many years. I tried all the usual treatments including ETS surgery, prescriptions, antiperspirants, botox, etc. The surgery was most helpful but several years later hyperhidrosis began to return.

This year I was diagnosed with food allergies due to celiac disease. I eliminated wheat, dairy, and sugar from my diet. I stopped all prescriptions and began taking supplements with B Vitamins, Folic Acid, magnesium and other minerals.

You can see the rest of the story here:

http://www.esfbchannel.com/phpBB2/viewto...

I think I have Hyperhidrosis...?

2010-04-24T07:49:00.001-07:00

I've been experiencing excessive sweating for about a year or more. I sweat when it's cold or hot, right when I get out of the shower, when I wake up in the morning, anytime really. I've tried plenty of different deodorants and anti-perspirants the last one was [secret clinical strength]. Nothing worked. I'm going to go to the doctor soon but I want to know what some people have done. Wearing sweatshirts all the time isn't going to cut it anymore.

If you have had surgery for this or know someone who has and how it turned out for them?

I think I have Hyperhidrosis...?
your doctor may be puzzled with hyperhidrosis because most do not know about glands and sweat.

when I went to my doctor, she didn't really know what to do. she prescribed me Drysol, which greatly reduces sweating.

If you want the problem taken care of properly,

I suggest going to a dermatologist.
Reply:my daughter has hyperhydrosis. there is a laser procedure available( that is much better than the older surgery.) and works very well. your dr should be able to refer you to a qualified specialist if that is indeed your problem . good luck

mint

Does anyone have palmer hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:49:00.000-07:00

Nope sorry.

What is it anyway?

How can living with hyperhidrosis be made easier?

2010-04-24T07:48:00.001-07:00

I hear Botox injections can work well, but they need to be repeated every few months or so.

Does any one have hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:48:00.000-07:00

HYPERHIDROSIS

(excessive sweating)... sometimes i think i have it... and then i remember I'm a Yankee that moved south... (just not use to the heat and humidity)

Does any one have hyperhidrosis?
no i dont have it.
Reply:No, but I do have a friend with it.

She carries tissues in her pocket to wipe her hands. Her main problems is with the palms of her hands.
Reply:my boyfriend has hyperhidtosis c

I suffer from hyperhidrosis, will the new Body Mint pills help?

2010-04-24T07:47:00.001-07:00

I sweat profusely under my arms. So far New Secret® Clinical Strength antiperspirant is working great, but I want total protections. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

http://www.drugstore.com/qxp74356_333181...

I suffer from hyperhidrosis, will the new Body Mint pills help?
Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate use this to treat it you can get it from a doctor.
Reply:have you tried http://www.megadry.com ? it's stronger then the new secret clinical but doesn't sting or itch like maxim, drysol and the others...

I've been using for a few weeks and it works great for my excessive sweating.
Reply:Hello,

Here a link to some HH treatments:

http://www.socialphobiaworld.com/postt68...

Research a bit more on iontophoresis.

"Iontophoresis: This involves applying low-intensity electrical current to the hands or feet while they are immersed in an electrolyte solution. When used daily, it can decrease the problem or even solve it temporarily. However, the procedure is time-consuming and can be mildly to moderately painful."

Hope this helps.

sage

Do I Have Hyperhidrosis? Any Way Of Slowing The Sweat?

2010-04-24T07:47:00.000-07:00

Please help me! I have been excessively sweating and its starting to tick me of because I keep on having to buy more of my white uniforms for school and I keep on getting gross yellow stains underneath my armpits. The sweating has been going on for about 1 and a half years now and I cant keep spending all my money on uniforms. Are there any medications I can take to help my problem?

Do I Have Hyperhidrosis? Any Way Of Slowing The Sweat?
talk to your dr. he/she can prescribe a medicated deodorant.
Reply:There are prescription antiperspirants available. I don't know if you have hyperhydrosis or what, but as far as the stains go, try adding vinegar ( about a cup/ large load) to your wash cycle, and let your uniforms soak for a little while. I think that you can also make a paste of vinegar and baking soda to help with bad or stains that are older.
Reply:There are quite a few ways to handle excessive sweating, from topical medications like dry sol to a machine called the drionic device, to injectables like (believe it or not) Botox. See a Dermatologist and they can hook you up with the treatment that best fits your life and symptoms.

Do i have Hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:46:00.001-07:00

i'm 14, 15% body fat, and after i run, my shirt will be soaked and myt shorts will have sweat marks in the front and back almost 6 inches down. My face and palms are almost always wet. I NEED HELP!!!

Do i have Hyperhidrosis?
Not after you exercise. Your body is doing what it is supposed to. Hyperhidrosis comes when you are sitting behind a desk in school or, sitting in your house and there is no reason to be sweating. When you are exercising, you are sweating.
Reply:hey i have that condition also and im only sixteen. im probably getting the surgery this summer because its something that i just cannot live with anymore. especially because im going to start my senior year soon and english class is full of oral presentations and hands on stuff...if you have really bad hyperhidrosis you should know that a simple presentation can be a nightmare. i have sweaty palms and feet and sometimes even my face and armpits its very embarrassing. im pretty sure you do have it though you should get cheked. you should try to do something because every little daily task is embarrassing. hopefully you find a solution soon. if you want to talk about it just im me or email me.

Do i have hyperhidrosis?????

2010-04-24T07:46:00.000-07:00

Im 14, a girl, and i sweat like un controllably !! I used EVERY SINGLE DEODARANT OUT THERE. Dove, secret, certain-dry, mitchum, lady speed stick, ALL OF THEM! even mens deodarant. My sweat goes threw my shirts, and its embarrising !! I went to the doctor and she did nothing at all. I dont want surgery either. Please help. What antipersperant WORKSS??

Do i have hyperhidrosis?????
I think I have it too! I hate it!
Reply:try babypowder, it should help keep you dry.

Help me reduce hyperhidrosis. It makes my life miserable.?

2010-04-24T07:45:00.001-07:00

I've posed this question before. Thanks to those who answered. But I still need help. If it cannot be solved/reduced, at least an alternative. It worries me more when i sweat profusely during my meal. What's is the cause of it?

Help me reduce hyperhidrosis. It makes my life miserable.?
Overview

Sweating is a natural phaenomenon necessary for the regulation of an individual's body-temperature. The secretion of sweat is mediated by a portion of our vegetative nervous system (the Sympathetic Nervous System). In some people (approximately 1% of the population), this system is working at a very high activity level, far higher than needed to keep a constant temperature. This condition is referred to as hyperhidrosis.

Classification and Causes

Causes

* primary = essential = idiopathic (unknown cause)

* secondary (known cause)

Locations

* palmar (hands)

* axillary (armpits)

* plantar (feet)

* facial (face)

* truncal (trunk)

* general

1. Hyperhidrosis as part of an underlying condition (secondary hyperhidrosis)

Some conditions can promote excessive sweating, as a rule involving the whole body:

* Hyperthyroidism or similar endocrine diseases

* Endocrine treatment for prostatic cancer or other types of malignant disease

* Severe psychiatric disorders

* Obesity

* Menopause

2. Hyperhidrosis without known cause (=primary or essential hyperhidrosis)

This is a far more frequent condition than secondary hyperhidrosis and appears, generally, localized in one or several locations of the body (most often hands, feet, armpits or a combination of them). It usually starts during childhood or adolescence and persists all life. Nervousness and anxiety can elicit or aggravate sweating, but psychological/psichiatric disturbances are only rarely the cause of the disorder.
Reply:hey where are you from? try visiting your dermatologist, there is a machine that will help reduce excessive sweating, I've seen it on TV, you might wanna try it for yourself
Reply:My daughter suffers from it and there is a prescription for it..You only have to use it once a week after the initally start. If you email me, I'll call her and get the name of it for you. It works wonderful for her..she's been using it a couple of years now.

alstroemeria

How to stop hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:45:00.000-07:00

I sweat non-stop when I'm around people, doesn't matter if it's hot or cold, I still sweat. I tried Secret Clinical Strength, it did nothing. I tried so many deodorants; Axe, Degree for women, all kinds of Secret, Old Spice, Degree for men, and others.

Has anyone tried Drysol? I heard it works, but I want to know if it really works or not. I've also heard of SweatBlock, but I can't find any reviews for it so I don't know if I should buy it or not. If you've used something that works, can you please tell me?

How to stop hyperhidrosis?
Hi, i have suffer from the same thing, and it's incredibly embarrassing, seeing as i'm in high school.

I use Drysol, and i have to say, it does work wonders. But that's the only upside to it. It stings, smells horrible, itches and burns like crazy, and it's a pain to apply it at nighttime. You can't apply it after shaving, obviously, and be sure that you apply it to only the area needed. If you're simply looking for a solution to your sweating and don't really care about the stinging, then i would strongly recommend it. And if you hear about any other products that aren't as pricey or irritating, please share :)

Anyone here have hyperhidrosis.?

2010-04-24T07:44:00.001-07:00

Have you had it and had it fixed, or do you suffer from it now. HH is an excessive sweating problem, either hands, feet, underarms, face can also be relatedto excessive facial blushing.

Anyone here have hyperhidrosis.?
You can't solve it. There are creams, powders, etc. and even surgery (severing the sympathic nerve, with possible bad side effects), but all of those are just to mask it or partial cures.

Sorry.
Reply:No but I have an HDTV.
Reply:My friend has it, and she thought about the surgery for years but has always opted against it.
Reply:Try Certain Dry( you could but it at Wal-Mart) for a deodorant. I tried all the deodorants and that is the only that helps. They only way you could fix it ,is surgery, where they cut off nerves, that's gonna cost you though.

Does anyone have hyperhidrosis? Know any cures??

2010-04-24T07:44:00.000-07:00

Maxim-

http://www.maximteam.com/

Works sooooo well! And cheap!

Does anyone have hyperhidrosis? Know any cures??
Treatment

Aluminum chloride (hexahydrate) solution: Common brands of aluminum chloride solution (as antiperspirant) include "MegaDry®" (which uses a non-irritating blend of aluminum chlorohydrate),"Hydrosal® Gel", B-Drier®, Odaban®, and Driclor®. While aluminum chloride is used in regular antiperspirants, hyperhidrosis sufferers need a much higher concentration to effectively treat the symptoms of the condition. A 15% aluminum chloride solution or higher usually takes about a week of nightly use to stop the sweating, with one or two nightly applications per week to maintain the results. An aluminum chloride solution can be very effective; some people, however, cannot tolerate the irritation that it can cause but these constitute a minority of all patients. Also, the solution is usually not effective for palmar (hand) and plantar (foot) hyperhidrosis - for which iontophoresis (see below) may yield better results in some circumstances.[citation needed]

Surgery (Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy or ETS): Select sympathetic nerves or nerve ganglia in the chest are either cut or burned (completely destroying their ability to transmit impulses), or clamped (theoretically allowing for the reversal of the procedure). The procedure often causes anhidrosis from the mid-chest upwards, a disturbing condition. Major drawbacks to the procedure include thermo regulatory dysfunction (Goldstien, 2005), lowered fear and alertness (Telaranta, Pohjavaara, et al 2003, 2004) and the overwhelming incidence of compensatory hyperhidrosis. Some people find this sweating to be tolerable while others find the compensatory hyperhidrosis to be worse than the initial condition. It has also been established that there is a low (less than 1%) chance of Horner's syndrome. Other risks common to minimally-invasive chest surgery, though rare, do exist. Patients have also been shown to experience a cardiac sympathetic denervation, which results in a 10% lowered heartbeat during both rest and exercise. ETS was thought to be helpful in treating facial blushing and facial sweating. According to Dr. Reisfeld, the only indication for ETS at present is excessive and severe palmar hyperhidrosis (excessive hand sweating). Statistics have shown that when treated for facial blushing and/or excessive facial sweating, the failure rate of ETS for those two clinical presentations is higher and patients are more prone to side effects.[citation needed]

Surgery (Sweat gland suction): A new technique adapted and modified from liposuction. On an out-patient basis with only local anesthesia, the sweat glands are permanently removed in a gentle, non-aggressive manner. The sweat glands and armpits are first softened and anesthetized with a special solution. After a short period, the sweat glands can then be removed in a manner similar to liposuction. Only small incisions above and under the armpits are required to remove the sweat glands through quick suction. The entire minimally invasive operation takes between 60 and 90 minutes. Patients can go home directly after the procedure. Some can even return to work after leaving the practice, although taking the rest of the day off is recommended. Over 95% of patients report considerably less discomfort and permanent dryness.

Botulinum toxin type A (Botox®): Injections of the botulinum toxin are used to disable the sweat glands. The effects can last from 4-9 months depending on the site of injections. With proper anesthesia the hand and foot injections are almost painless. The procedure when used for underarm sweating has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and now some insurance companies pay partially for the treatments.[citation needed]

Iontophoresis: This method was originally described in the 1950s, and its exact mode of action remains elusive to date. The affected area is placed in a device that has two pails of water with a conductor in each one. The hand or foot acts like a conductor between the positively- and negatively-charged pails. As the low current passes through the area, the minerals in the water clog the sweat glands, limiting the amount of sweat released. Common brands of tap water iontophoresis devices are the Drionic®, Idrostar and MD-1A (RA Fischer). Some people have seen great results while others see no effect. However, since the device can be painful to some (it is important to note that pain is usually limited to small wounds and that over time the body adjusts to the procedure) and a great deal of time is required, no cessation of sweating in some people may be the result of not using the device as required. The device is usually used for the hands and feet, but there has been a device created for the axillae (armpit) area and for the stump region of amputees.

Oral medication: There are several oral drugs available to treat the condition with varying degrees of success.[citation needed] A class of anticholinergic drugs are available that have shown to reduce hyperhidrosis. Ditropan® (generic name: oxybutynin) is one that has been the most promising. For some people, however, the drowsiness and dry-mouth associated with the drug cannot be tolerated. A time release version of the drug is also available, called Ditropan XL®, with purportedly reduced effectiveness. Robinul® (generic name: glycopyrrolate) is another drug used on an off-label basis. The drug seems to be almost as effective as oxybutynin, with similar side-effects such as a dry mouth or dry throat often leading to pain in these areas. Other less effective anticholinergic agents that have been tried include propantheline bromide (Probanthine®) and benztropine (Cogentin®). A different class of drugs known as beta-blockers has also been tried, but does not seem to be nearly as effective. Since the disorder is often caused by or exacerbated by high-anxiety, antidepressant drugs, such as Zoloft®, often help alleviate symptoms.[citation needed]

-Hyperhidrosis can usually be very effectively controlled, but there is no known permanent cure owing to the fact that little is known about the cause behind excessive sweating.

A question about Hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:43:00.000-07:00

I think i have hyper hidrosis because my palms are always wet and i use certain dri for my underarms(my underarms are scarring up), but i will sweat alot on my chest, stomach, back, neck, and butt as well. I'm 15, 5'11" and 15% body fat. I need help!!!

A question about Hyperhidrosis?
Hyperhidrosis is a genetic condition that affects 1 out of every 30 people.Treatment can include Botox for underarmsand possibly hands,Drysol which is applied on the skin,Robinul which is an oral medicine.Inderal is used for sweating during stessful situations.There is a surgical procedure but,I would always try pills first.
Reply:sounds like toins in your body. How is your diet? Try and do a detox. Drink a lot of water, take medamucil, drink detox tea, and try to stay away from meat. Load up on fruit and vegtables. Do some research on detox.
Reply:Drysol is an effective treatment for hyperhidrosis anywhere on your body. If that isn't working to your satisfaction there is an oral medication a dermatologist or family care doctor can prescribe for you called Robinul. It helps keep your whole body dry. Botox injections are effective but still considerably expensive since they are new on the market, and many insurance companies don't see hyperhidrosis as a serious problem warrenting expensive procedures like botox injections. Try Robinul, it is generic, and shouldn't cost you much.

primrose

Do i have hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:42:00.001-07:00

I sometimes sweat a lot under my arms but any given day can be diffrent with how much i sweat. It seems like when i dont think about it i stay dry but if i do my arm pits get realy sweaty. The thing is i dont sweat that much from my feet or my hands so im a little confused about that so what should i do?

Do i have hyperhidrosis?
You could have overactive sweat glands.

Does Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis) - Ever wear off ?

2010-04-24T07:42:00.000-07:00

It depends on what is causing it. If you have had a spinal injury.......no.

Does Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis) - Ever wear off ?
If you are a teenager then almost certainly it will in the meantime try to wear natural materials - not nylon or man made fibres - cottons are cooling.

If you are having particular trouble with your feet try to wear cotton rich socks and leather shoes. A good way of reducing foot odour which comes with hyperhidrosis is to use a diluted form of surgical spirit and wipe daily especially between the toes, however if you have any cracks or splits on the feet and between the toes use a cream to heal and then use surgical spirit diluted, daily to start with then at least three times a week.
Reply:No. Sometimes it is hormonal and can fluctuate through different periods of your life but for the most part, hyperhidrosis is a permanent condition.

Your Somatic nervous system is causing the hyperactivity of sweat glands. It's that cut and dry. There are natural remedies though.

Do i have hyperhidrosis?

2010-04-24T07:41:00.000-07:00

Im 14, a girl, and i sweat alot. I meen it goes threw my shirt, i tryed every deodarant out there, even mens deodarant, i tryed anti-persperants too. I tryed dove, secret, mitchum, certain dri ALL OF THEM ! i dont want surgery, and my doctor wont do a thing. I need something that works.

Do i have hyperhidrosis?
OMG! I think I have something just like what you have! i sweat insanely and it goes through my shirt too. I too have tried many solutions but none have stuck. I don't have any answers, but if you find something, PLEASE click on my profile and e-mail me about it. BTW, I live in Maryland, so, just in case you were going to recommend any docs or anything...
Reply:try secret clinical strength
Reply:Have you gone to a dermatologist? They will be more knowledgeable than a regular family doctor. Or find a new family doctor if that's possible -- a good doctor should care about your concerns!

I'm not sure if you actually have hyperhidrosis, but if anti-persperants aren't working, then talk to a doctor and hopefully they will help you find a solution! (BTW deodorants only eliminate odor, they do nothing about sweating!)
Reply:nah

My Wife Has Hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:57:00.000-08:00

And no one beleives her but me.For those of you that don't know what it is,your face,hands and feet sweat,uncontrollably.I know it sounds gross,but it is a RARE disease.How can I get some help for her?

My Wife Has Hyperhidrosis?
I had this, I had surgery to cut the sweat glands. It is an long healing process, but very worth it! I went through Kaiser Permanente here in California. You have to find the right doctor that knows and will perform the surgery. Women cannot get the sweat glands for their feet cut so I still have very sweaty feet, but my hands and face do not anymore. Better than nothing, best thing I have ever done in my life. Good luck!!!
Reply:There was an article about this in Marie Claire magazine in September or August. If you could find that it had some good advice.
Reply:She can get botox injections at the sites where she sweats the most. I think it works by numbing the sweat glands so they don't produce sweat. See a dermatologist about it. That's probably what they'll recommend. And don't worry. It's more common than you think, so don't feel ashamed or embarassed.
Reply:After watching Mystery Diagnosis I can believe almost anything. I would research out the Disease and educate yourself on treatments and what it is...it sounds like you have done this part.

So the next part is to find a good Doctor who listens well. It looks like it is classified as a skin problem so you may be looking for a good dermatologist. Or you could just relate the symptoms to your PCP and see if they can recommend a good specialist.
Reply:Try this site as a start:

International Hyperhidrosis Society: Home: Info, support %26amp; educationInternational Hyperhidrosis Society is a non-profit organization providing hyperhidrosis patient support %26amp; advocacy, physician education, ...

www.sweathelp.org/ - 76k

queen of the night

How much does hyperhidrosis surgery for facial blushing usually cost?

2009-11-20T03:56:00.002-08:00

Probably around 15 grand.

How much does hyperhidrosis surgery for facial blushing usually cost?
No, it's more like $6,500, not including the cost of hospital stays, etc. But hopefully your medical insurance should take care of most of the cost big guy. Talk to your insurance agent and the hospital you plan to get the surgery at for a solid idea. Report It

Reply:It cost me $7,300 in Melbourne, Australia. DID NOT work though.

Recently I began using MicroSkin. It's a simulated second skin applied over your red areas. It hides it, and is beautifully natural. Google MicroSkin and email ATT: Linda (the inventor). Report It

Does anyone have Hyperhidrosis or knows anyone with it?

2009-11-20T03:56:00.001-08:00

Primary hyperhidrosis is the condition characterized by abnormally increased perspiration, in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature. Some patients afflicted with the condition experience a distinct reduction in the quality of life. Sufferers feel at a loss of control because perspiration takes place independent of temperature and emotional state.

However, anxiety can exacerbate the situation for many sufferers. A common complaint of patients is that they get nervous because they sweat, then sweat more because they are nervous. Other factors can play a role; certain foods %26amp; drinks, nicotine, caffeine, and smells can trigger a response (see also diaphoresis).

There is controversy regarding the definition of hyperhidrosis, because any sweat that drips off of the body is in excess of that required for thermoregulation. Almost all people will drip sweat off of the body during heavy exercise.

Hyperhidrosis can either be generalized or localized to specific parts of the body. Hands, feet, axillae, and the groin area are among the most active regions of perspiration due to the relatively high concentration of sweat glands; however, any part of body may be affected. Primary hyperhidrosis is found to start during adolescence or even before, and interestingly, seems to be inherited as an autosomal dominant genetic trait.

Primary hyperhidrosis must be distinguished from secondary hyperhidrosis, which can start at any point in life. The latter form may be due to a disorder of the thyroid or pituitary gland, diabetes mellitus, tumors, gout, menopause or certain drugs.

Primary hyperhidrosis is estimated at around 1% of the population, afflicting men and women equally.

Hyperhidrosis can usually be treated, but there is no cure.

Surgery (Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy or ETS): Select sympathetic nerves or nerve ganglia in the chest are either cut or burned (completely destroying their ability to transmit impulses), or clamped (theoretically allowing for the reversal of the procedure). The procedure often causes anhidrosis from the mid-chest upwards, a disturbing condition. Major drawbacks to the procedure include thermoregulatory dysfuction (Goldstien, 2005), lowered fear and alertness (Teleranta, Pohjavaara, et al 2003, 2004) and the overwhelming incidence of compensatory hyperhidrosis. Some people find this sweating to be tolerable while others find the compensatory hyperhidrosis to be worse than the initial condition. It has also been established that there is a low (less than 1%) chance of Horner's syndrome. Other risks common to minimally-invasive chest surgery, though rare, do exist. Patients have also been shown to experience a cardiac sympathetic denervation, which results in a 10% lowered heartbeat during both rest and exercise.

Aluminum chloride (hexahydrate) solution: The most common brands are Drysol®, Maxim® and Odaban®. Aluminum chloride is used in regular antiperspirants, but hyperhidrosis sufferers need a much higher concentration. A 15% aluminum chloride solution or higher usually takes about a week of nightly use to stop the sweating, with one or two nightly applications per week to maintain the results. An aluminum chloride solution can be very effective; some people, however, cannot tolerate the irritation that it can cause. Also, the solution is usually not effective for palmar (hand) and plantar (foot) hyperhidrosis.

Botulinum toxin type A (trademarked as Botox®): Injections of the botulinum toxin are used to disable the sweat glands. The effects can last from 4-9 months depending on the site of injections. With proper anesthesia the hand and foot injections are almost painless. The procedure when used for underarm sweating has been approved by the U.S. FDA, and now some insurance companies pay partially for the treatments.

Iontophoresis: The affected area is placed in a device that has two pails of water with a conductor in each one. The hand or foot acts like a conductor between the positively- and negatively-charged pails. As the low current passes through the area, the minerals in the water clog the sweat glands, limiting the amount of sweat released. Common brands of tap water iontophoresis devices are the Drionic®, Idrostar and MD-1A (RA Fischer). Some people have seen great results while others see no effect. However, since the device can be painful to some and a great deal of time is required, no cessation of sweating in some people may be the result of not using the device as required. The device is usually used for the hands and feet, but there has been a device created for the axillae (armpit) area and for the stump region of amputees.

Oral medication: There are several drugs available with varying degrees of success. A class of anticholinergic drugs are available that have shown to reduce hyperhidrosis. Ditropan® (generic name: oxybutynin) is one that has been the most promising. For some people, however, the drowsiness and dry-mouth associated with the drug cannot be tolerated. A time release version of the drug is also available, called Ditropan XL®, with purportedly reduced effectiveness. Robinul® (generic name: glycopyrrolate) is another drug used on an off-label basis. The drug seems to be almost as effective as oxybutynin, with similar side-effects such as a dry mouth or dry throat often leading to pain in these areas. Other less effective anticholinergic agents that have been tried include propantheline bromide (Probanthine®) and benztropine (Cogentin®). A different class of drugs known as beta-blockers has also been tried, but don't seem to be nearly as effective.

A potential for the temporary treatment of hyperhidrosis is driclor. It is primarily an odorless deodorant that is applied at night. Many find it irritating but the results could be apparent depending on the individual.

Weight-Loss: Hyperhidrosis can be aggravated by obesity, so weight-loss can help. However, most people with hyperhidrosis do not sweat excessively due to obesity.

Relaxation and meditation: Relaxation techniques have been tried with limited success.

Hypnosis: Hypnosis has been used with limited success.

Does anyone have Hyperhidrosis or knows anyone with it?
I do.

It's very embarrassing. I hate it when I have to shake hands with people.

If you are looking for info, see http://www.sweathelp.org/.
Reply:i just heard a story about it yesterday on NPR (you might want to check NPR.org site to see if there is an audible archive).

they are doing botox trials for people who are severly affected.
Reply:it is a well known symptom characterized by sweaty palms ocurring due to sympathetic stimulation , a lot of people suffer from it , it require - if really needed - surgical operations in which certain nerve is cut

I have hyperhidrosis (sweaty hands) how do cure it?

2009-11-20T03:56:00.000-08:00

there was a way but it was surgery and i was wondering how much will it cost. the surgery is when they stick something in your spine and hopefully make it stop sweating.

I have hyperhidrosis (sweaty hands) how do cure it?
Hyperhidrosis can be caused by food allergies, or a mineral/vitamin deficiency. I had the ETS surgery done, it's very expensive.

I had hyperhidrosis (and a few other symptoms) for many years and went through all the usual treatments. Anticholinergic drugs, applying topical solutions, botox, and ETS surgery. The surgery was most helpful but several years later hyperhidrosis began to return.

Years later I was diagnosed with celiac disease, along with a few food allergies. I eliminated wheat, dairy, and sugar from my diet and stopped all prescriptions. I began taking supplements:

- Vitamin B complex

Contains 50mg of every B vitamin plus Folic Acid

- Mineral complex

Contains Magnesium, Calcium, Iron, Zinc, etc.

You can see the rest of my story here:

http://www.esfbchannel.com/phpBB2/viewto...

Check out this article about hyperhidrosis, grains, and sugars. Scroll about halfway down the page.

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

Some information about celiac disease

(This is not the cause of hyperhidrosis but caused my food allergies and mineral/vitamin malabsorption)

http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases...
Reply:you can only cure it with surgery.
Reply:Botox was recently approved for. that. However it is only temporary.

Help with hyperhidrosis!?

2009-11-20T03:55:00.003-08:00

I have hyperhydrosis. Certain-Dri worked really well for me for about 5 years. Now it's not working anymore. I've switched to the new Degree prescription-strength stuff, but it's not working either.

What are my other options? I have health insurance but my deductible is $1000 so I can't afford to go to the doctor.

Help with hyperhidrosis!?
same problem here... : _ / Secret works pretty well. But you must use it every night before bed time.....

golden ball

What is hyperhidrosis? Anyone in relationship with someone who has it?

2009-11-20T03:55:00.002-08:00

Hyperhidrosis

Primary hyperhidrosis is the condition characterized by abnormally increased perspiration, in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature. Some patients afflicted with the condition experience a distinct reduction in the quality of life. Sufferers feel at a loss of control because perspiration takes place independent of temperature and emotional state.

However, anxiety can exacerbate the situation for many sufferers. A common complaint of patients is that they get nervous because they sweat, then sweat more because they are nervous. Other factors can play a role; certain foods %26amp; drinks, nicotine, caffeine, and smells can trigger a response (see also diaphoresis).

There is controversy regarding the definition of hyperhidrosis, because any sweat that drips off of the body is in excess of that required for thermoregulation. Almost all people will drip sweat off of the body during heavy exercise.

Hyperhidrosis can either be generalized or localized to specific parts of the body. Hands, feet, axillae, and the groin area are among the most active regions of perspiration due to the relatively high concentration of sweat glands; however, any part of body may be affected. Primary hyperhidrosis is found to start during adolescence or even before, and interestingly, seems to be inherited as an autosomal dominant genetic trait.

Primary hyperhidrosis must be distinguished from secondary hyperhidrosis, which can start at any point in life. The latter form may be due to a disorder of the thyroid or pituitary gland, diabetes mellitus, tumors, gout, menopause or certain drugs.

Primary hyperhidrosis is estimated at around 1% of the population, afflicting women more.

Contents [hide]

1 Cause

2 Treatment

3 Social effects

4 External links

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Cause

It is not known what causes primary hyperhidrosis. One theory is that hyperhidrosis results from an over-active sympathetic nervous system, but this hyperactivity may in turn be caused by abnormal brain function.

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Treatment

Hyperhidrosis can usually be treated, but there is no cure.

Surgery (Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy or ETS): Select sympathetic nerves or nerve ganglia in the chest are either cut or burned (completely destroying their ability to transmit impulses), or clamped (theoretically allowing for the reversal of the procedure). The procedure often causes anhidrosis from the mid-chest upwards, a disturbing condition. Major drawbacks to the procedure include thermoregulatory dysfuction (Goldstien, 2005), lowered fear and alertness (Teleranta, Pohjavaara, et al 2003, 2004) and the overwhelming incidence of compensatory hyperhidrosis. Some people find this sweating to be tolerable while others find the compensatory hyperhidrosis to be worse than the initial condition. It has also been established that there is a low (less than 1%) chance of Horner's syndrome. Other risks common to minimally-invasive chest surgery, though rare, do exist. Patients have also been shown to experience a cardiac sympathetic denervation, which results in a 10% lowered heartbeat during both rest and exercise.

Aluminum chloride (hexahydrate) solution: The most common brands are Drysol®, Maxim®, Odaban®, and Driclor®. Aluminum chloride is used in regular antiperspirants, but hyperhidrosis sufferers need a much higher concentration. A 15% aluminum chloride solution or higher usually takes about a week of nightly use to stop the sweating, with one or two nightly applications per week to maintain the results. An aluminum chloride solution can be very effective; some people, however, cannot tolerate the irritation that it can cause. Also, the solution is usually not effective for palmar (hand) and plantar (foot) hyperhidrosis.

Botulinum toxin type A (trademarked as Botox®): Injections of the botulinum toxin are used to disable the sweat glands. The effects can last from 4-9 months depending on the site of injections. With proper anesthesia the hand and foot injections are almost painless. The procedure when used for underarm sweating has been approved by the U.S. FDA, and now some insurance companies pay partially for the treatments.

Iontophoresis: The affected area is placed in a device that has two pails of water with a conductor in each one. The hand or foot acts like a conductor between the positively- and negatively-charged pails. As the low current passes through the area, the minerals in the water clog the sweat glands, limiting the amount of sweat released. Common brands of tap water iontophoresis devices are the Drionic®, Idrostar and MD-1A (RA Fischer). Some people have seen great results while others see no effect. However, since the device can be painful to some and a great deal of time is required, no cessation of sweating in some people may be the result of not using the device as required. The device is usually used for the hands and feet, but there has been a device created for the axillae (armpit) area and for the stump region of amputees.

Oral medication: There are several drugs available with varying degrees of success. A class of anticholinergic drugs are available that have shown to reduce hyperhidrosis. Ditropan® (generic name: oxybutynin) is one that has been the most promising. For some people, however, the drowsiness and dry-mouth associated with the drug cannot be tolerated. A time release version of the drug is also available, called Ditropan XL®, with purportedly reduced effectiveness. Robinul® (generic name: glycopyrrolate) is another drug used on an off-label basis. The drug seems to be almost as effective as oxybutynin, with similar side-effects such as a dry mouth or dry throat often leading to pain in these areas. Other less effective anticholinergic agents that have been tried include propantheline bromide (Probanthine®) and benztropine (Cogentin®). A different class of drugs known as beta-blockers has also been tried, but don't seem to be nearly as effective.

Weight-Loss: Hyperhidrosis can be aggravated by obesity, so weight-loss can help. However, most people with hyperhidrosis do not sweat excessively due to obesity.

Relaxation and meditation: Relaxation techniques have been tried with limited success.

Hypnosis: Hypnosis has been used with limited success.

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Social effects

Excessive sweating impedes the performance of many routine activities. Things like driving, taking tests and simply grasping objects are severely hampered by sweaty hands. In addition, many careers present challenges for hyperhidrosis sufferers, such as for cook/chefs, doctors, and people working with computers. However, it is the social embarrassment that most hyperhidrosis sufferers find most troubling.

Some hyperhidrosis sufferers feel they have to avoid situations where they will come into physical contact with others. Interviews, a common source of anxiety for many people, are particularly harrowing for hyperhidrosis patients. Most often, it is the handshake before and after the interview that they will be stressing most about.

The very social interaction that could help lift the spirits of an individual suffering with hyperhidrosis is reduced. Interaction with others is extremely important. The simple experience of touch by another is proving to be extremely important to the psychological well-being of a person.

What is hyperhidrosis? Anyone in relationship with someone who has it?
My goodness, what a long answer that other person gave you. Hyperhidrosis is excessive perspiration that is often caused by heat, hyperthyroidism, strong emotion, menopause or infection. It's usually managed by treating the symptoms, depending on the cause. And my ex-husband has it. I requested that he shower frequently and use topical suppressants (antiperspirant, body powder) which worked for him due to the cause of his hyperhidrosis.

I have Hyperhidrosis and drysol doesn't work anymore, what else is there?

2009-11-20T03:55:00.001-08:00

I have used Drysol for about 2 years now and starting about 2 months ago, the product doesn't seem to work as much anymore. My symptoms are returning. What else can I use?

clear weed

Perpiration Issues. HyperHidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:55:00.000-08:00

Ok,

I want to make it clear, I'm aware of the medical things to help, Like antiperspirants, Botox, and surgery, and more.

I want to hear from anyone who can say things i can do, that arent like that. Like anything that may reduce it? It could be anything crazy, like rub lemon under my arms etc.

Anything helps. Im desperate. And i DO NOT have money for any surgeries etc. Just little "Wives Tales" methods would be a big help.

Thanks so much! =]

Perpiration Issues. HyperHidrosis?
i need this help too as i have this very problem and i even wear pads under my arms sometimes so prevent sweat patches yes i know extreme measures hahahaha
Reply:I had a relative who use ZINC before to cure the perspiration. He bought it in the pharmacy which look like a a hard snow.He took a piece of it and grind it in a mortar and pestle until powderlike then rub it on his underarms.And there it is the sweat and smell are gone.try it!
Reply:I suffer from this too. As weird as it was, I was reading my new Cosmo and there was a little article about excessive sweating. They had mentioned putting baby powder over any sweat prone areas. I don't know if it would work, seeing as how I haven't tried it, but you never know what it could do for you. =]

I have hyperhidrosis and it's making my life unberable. what can i do??

2009-11-20T03:54:00.003-08:00

i would like answers from people who have this problem.

i'm 13 right now and i'm homeschooled. but next year i'm going to high school and i cant imagine going to school and having to skip dancings and dates and even raising my hand in class just because of it. i have already tried:

Secret, Secret Clinical Strength, Certain Dri, The Book Stop Sweating Start Living. i need somthing that dosent have to be prescribed cause i dont want to talk to my mom or my docter about my problem. THANKS IN ADVANCE!!

I have hyperhidrosis and it's making my life unberable. what can i do??
You may suffer from hyperhidrosis.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperhidros...

First try antiperspirant like Drysol, Maxim, or Megadry.

If those do not help and are too costly (they only work temporarily) you should research more on iontophoresis machines.

These machines help patients who suffer hyperhidrosis. They are costly though.

Here's a link to more treatments info:

http://www.esfbchannel.com/treatments/sw...

http://www.socialphobiaworld.com/postt68...

I would not recommend surgery (ETS) unless you have tried every treatment possible and that includes just living with sweaty hands. There are many risks involved in ETS, contrary to what ETS surgeons say. If you ever want to go through with surgery I will recommend you research as much as possible on ETS online and get opinions on it from different MDs medical doctors that are not ETS surgeons such as dermatologists. ETS surgeons might hide information from you to rake in the $$$. This has been done before.

Hope this helps!

Good luck with your hyperhidrosis treatments.

EDIT: charc72042 has absolutely NO idea what the hell he/she is talking about. Google and research for yourself the controversies behind the ETS surgery. Personally I would stay away from ETS.
Reply:Those that seek treatment, enter into a wondrous new lifestyle of comfort, confidence, and enjoyment in their everyday activities and work and personal relationships. There is a 30 minute procedure done in the doctors office then you go right home. You won't feel any pain(you will be asleep), no scarring %26amp; a 98% success rate, no one will even know. Just 30 minutes to completely change the rest of your life! I'd do it for sure....

http://www.endsweat.com/ets.html

You are not alone! Thousands of people have it. You are wrong really for not talking to your mom about t it dear! She is probably the only one that can help and get you to the doctor. I'm sure she doesn't want you to live miserably. If you don't want to tell then tell another family member, if you weren't 13 %26amp; under age, you could go all by yourself. Nothing to be embarrassed about. it is just a condition like any other condition. They make medicine for it THANK GOODNESS goodness! Go to the Doc it will make the rest of your entire life happier. No more sweating just think about that! so if you would choose to wallow in self pity when there is help out there then no one can help you. sorry to be so ruff but there are a lot worse deceases %26amp; conditions that can't be helped %26amp; yours can...It's up to you...
Reply:wow for real you are worried about this? hmmm i just went to a walk for lupus cure fundraiser today... enough said...
Reply:I dig it - its affecting your social life because its well, embarassing.

They do have medical treatments for it - because its a medical condition.

Botox - the same stuff they use for wrinkles - that was one of the first uses for it....hyperhydrosis, that is....they also use it for a multitude of other medical problems. But a neurologist wouldnt use it on you until you are older.

Don't worry though I'm quite a bit older than you and know several men who have it quite bad....and they still manage to get married and go on dates and such.

Try to take it easy - you are worrying about things that haven't come to pass yet. Don't let all those girls reject you in your mind.

How can hyperhidrosis in bikini line area be treated?

2009-11-20T03:54:00.002-08:00

Buy a small jar of powered alum. Mix some with a small amount of water(so it disolves) and apply to area.

Anybody w/ Hyperhidrosis ever try taking silicea?

2009-11-20T03:54:00.001-08:00

Was doin some research and found silicea as a possible sweat inhibitor. Are there any side effects w/ this herb?

Also, anybody have any successful results w/ any other treatment other than botox, iontophoresis, or surgery, so basically any success w/ alternative medicines?

Anybody w/ Hyperhidrosis ever try taking silicea?
According to The Homeopathic Materia Medica, By Dr William Boericke MD, the following are the symptoms which SILICEA can treat and cure :-

SILICEA TERRA

Silica. Pure Flint

(SILICEA)

Imperfect assimilation and consequent defective nutrition. It goes further and produces neurasthenic states in consequence, and increased susceptibility to nervous stimuli and exaggerated reflexes. Diseases of bones, caries and necrosis. Silica can stimulate the organism to re-absorb fibrotic conditions and scar-tissue. In phthisis must be used with care, for here it may cause the absorption of scar-tissue, liberate the disease, walled in, to new activities (J. Weir). Organic changes; it is deep and slow in action. Periodical states; abscesses, quinsy, headaches, spasms, epilepsy, feeling of coldness before an attack. Keloid growth. Scrofulous, rachitic children, with large head open fontanelles and sutures, distended abdomen, slow in walking. Ill effects of vaccination. Suppurative processes. It is related to all fistulous burrowings. Ripens abscesses since it promotes suppuration. Silica patient is cold, chilly, hugs the fire, wants plenty warm clothing, hates drafts, hands and feet cold, worse in winter. Lack of vital heat. Prostration of mind and body. Great sensitiveness to taking cold. Intolerance of alcoholic stimulants. Ailments attended with pus formation. Epilepsy. Want of grit, moral or physical.

Mind.--Yielding, faint-hearted, anxious. Nervous and excitable. Sensitive to all impressions. Brainfag. Obstinate, headstrong children. Abstracted. Fixed ideas; thinks only of pins, fears them, searches and counts them.

Head.--Aches from fasting. Vertigo from looking up; better, wrapping up warmly; when lying on left side (Magnes mur; Strontia). Profuse sweat of head, offensive, and extends to neck. Pain begins at occiput, and spreads over head and settles over eyes. Swelling in the glabella.

Eyes.--Angles of eyes affected. Swelling of lachrymal duct. Aversion to light, especially daylight; it produces dazzling, sharp pain through eyes; eyes tender to touch; worse when closed. Vision confused; letters run together on reading. Styes. Iritis and irido-choroiditis, with pus in anterior chamber. Perforating or sloughing ulcer of cornea. Abscess in cornea after traumatic injury. Cataract in office workers. After-effects of keratitis and ulcus cornæ, clearing the opacity. Use 30th potency for months.

Ears.--Fetid discharge. Caries of mastoid. Loud pistol-like report. Sensitive to noise. Roaring in ears.

Nose.--Itching at point of nose. Dry, hard crusts form, bleeding when loosened. Nasal bones sensitive. Sneezing in morning. Obstructed and loss of smell. Perforation of septum.

Face.--Skin cracked on margin of lips. Eruption on chin. Facial neuralgia, throbbing, tearing, face red; worse, cold damp.

Mouth.--Sensation of a hair on tongue. Gums sensitive to cold air. Boils on gums. Abscess at root of teeth. Pyorrhea (Merc cor). Sensitive to cold water.

Throat.--Periodical quinsy. Pricking as of a pin in tonsil. Colds settle in throat. Parotid glands swollen (Bell; Rhus; Calc). Stinging pain on swallowing. Hard, cold swelling of cervical glands.

Stomach.--Disgust for meat and warm food. On swallowing food, it easily gets into posterior nares. Want of appetite; thirst excessive. Sour eructations after eating (Sepia; Calc). Pit of stomach painful to pressure. Vomiting after drinking (Ars; Verat).

Abdomen.--Pain or painful cold feeling in abdomen, better external heat. Hard, bloated. Colic; cutting pain, with constipation; yellow hands and blue nails. Much rumbling in bowels. Inguinal glands swollen and painful. Hepatic abscess.

Rectum.--Feels paralyzed. Fistula in ano (Berb; Lach). Fissures and hæmorrhoids, painful, with spasm of sphincter. Stool comes down with difficulty; when partly expelled, recedes again. Great straining; rectum stings; closes upon stool. Feces remain a long time in rectum. Constipation always before and during menses; with irritable sphincter ani. Diarrhœa of cadaverous odor.

Urinary.--Bloody, involuntary, with red or yellow sediment. Prostatic fluid discharged when straining at stool. Nocturnal enuresis in children with worms.

Male.--Burning and soreness of genitals, with eruption on inner surface of thighs. Chronic gonorrhœa, with thick, fetid discharge. Elephantiasis of scrotum. Sexual erethism; nocturnal emissions. Hydrocele.

Female.--A milky (Calc; Puls; Sep), acrid leucorrhœa, during urination. Itching of vulva and vagina; very sensitive. Discharge of blood between menstrual periods. Increased menses, with paroxysms of icy coldness over whole body. Nipples very sore; ulcerated easily; drawn in. Fistulous ulcers of breast (Phos). Abscess of labia. Discharge of blood from vagina every time child is nursed. Vaginal cysts (Lyc; Puls; Rhod) hard lumps in breast (conium).

Respiratory.--Colds fail to yield; sputum persistently muco-purulent and profuse. Slow recovery after pneumonia. Cough and sore throat, with expectoration of little granules like shot, which, when broken, smell very offensive. Cough with expectoration in day, bloody or purulent. Stitches in chest through to back. Violent cough when lying down, with thick, yellow lumpy expectoration; suppurative stage of expectoration (Bals. Peru).

Back.--Weak spine; very susceptible to draughts on back. Pain in coccyx. Spinal irritation after injuries to spine; diseases of bones of spine. Potts' disease.

Sleep.--Night-walking; gets up while asleep. Sleeplessness, with great orgasm of blood and heat in head. Frequent starts in sleep. Anxious dreams. Excessive gaping.

Extremities.--Sciatica, pains through hips, legs and feet. Cramp in calves and soles. Loss of power in legs. Tremulous hands when using them. Paralytic weakness of forearm. Affections of finger nails, especially if white spots on nails. Ingrowing toe-nails. Icy cold and sweaty feet. The parts lain on go to sleep. Offensive sweat on feet, hands, and axillæ. Sensation in tips of fingers, as if suppurating. Panaritium. Pain in knee, as if tightly bound. Calves tense and contracted. Pain beneath toes. Soles sore (Ruta). Soreness in feet from instep through to the sole. Suppurates.

Skin.--Felons, abscesses, boils, old fistulous ulcers. Delicate, pale, waxy. Cracks at end of fingers. Painless swelling of glands. Rose-colored blotches. Scars suddenly become painful. Pus offensive. Promotes expulsion of foreign bodies from tissues. Every little injury suppurates. Long lasting suppuration and fistulous tracts. Dry finger tips. Eruptions itch only in daytime and evening. Crippled nails. Indurated tumors. Abscesses of joints. After impure vaccination. Bursa. Lepra, nodes, and coppery spots. Keloid growths.

Fever.--Chilliness; very sensitive to cold air. Creeping, shivering over the whole body. Cold extremities, even in a warm room. Sweat at night; worse towards morning. Suffering parts feel cold.

Modalities.--Worse, new moon, in morning, from washing, during menses, uncovering, lying down, damp, lying on, left side, cold. Better, warmth, wrapping up head, summer; in wet or humid weather.

Relationship.--Complementary: Thuja; Sanic; Puls; Fluor ac. Mercurius and Silica do not follow each other well.

Compare: Black Gunpowder 3x (Abscesses, boils, carbuncles, limb purple. Wounds that refuse to heal; accident from bad food or water.--Clarke). Hep; Kali phos; Pic ac; Calc; Phos; Tabasheer; Natrum silicum (tumors, hæmophilia, arthritis; dose, three drops three times daily, in milk); Ferrum cyanatum (epilepsy; neuroses, with irritable weakness and hyper-sensitiveness, especially of a periodical character). Silica marina-Sea sand--(Silica and Natrum mur symptoms. Inflamed glands and commencing suppuration. Constipation. Use for some time 3x trit). Vitrum-Crown glass--(Pott's disease, after Silica, necrosis, discharge thin, watery, fetid. Much pain, fine grinding and grating like grit). Arundo donax (acts on excretory and generative organs; suppuration, especially chronic, and where the ulceration is fistulous, especially in long bones. Itching eruption on chest, upper extremities and behind ears).

Dose.--Sixth to thirtieth potency. The 200th and higher of unquestioned activity. In malignant affections, the lowest potencies needed at times.

http://homeoint.org/books/boericmm/s/sil...

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If the symptoms of the remedy are similar to the symptoms of the patient, the remedy will cure the patient 100%, without any side effects or complications.

Take Care and God Bless !

peacock plant

What is hyperhidrosis? Anyone in relationship with someone who has it?

2009-11-20T03:54:00.000-08:00

hyperhydrosis- basically sweating a LOT.

I have a couple of friends who have it... but I am not romantically involved with them. Are you in a relationship with somebody who sweats a lot? I feel for you guys- it can be embarassing at times and uncomfortable during intimate times, I'm sure.

Have them talk to their MD or a naturopath to see if there are medical or natural options available!

Good luck :)

What is hyperhidrosis? Anyone in relationship with someone who has it?
go to this site and look in the sweat area...lots of info

http://p069.ezboard.com/betsan...

and www.truthaboutets.com

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E...

im disabled thanks to sweat surgery Report It

Reply:Excessive sweating. There's tons of info on it here.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/...
Reply:that meas excessive sweating , leads to body odor as well as shoe odors ...strict personal hygiene and cotton dresses can help

I have hyperhidrosis, underarm shield, help!?

2009-11-20T03:53:00.003-08:00

first off, for those who don't know; hyperhydrosis means i sweat more than the average person, only 2-3% of the world have it. in my case, i have it under my arms. i sweat constantly, and i really need some [not expensive] underarm shields that could stick to my skin or something;; NOT my clothing. my sweating has gotton to the point were i have to constantly put toilet paper tissue under my arms; and therefore i cannot raise my hand in class or anything like that. is there any websites that have shields like this??? if so, PLEASE let me know!!!! First to help will deffinatley get the 10 points!!

I have hyperhidrosis, underarm shield, help!?
go to your doctor i have hyperhidrosis axillery which is the same as you and they give you a prescription to something called drysol and you wear it at night and you wash it off in the morning. im about to go to the doctor and im really excited!!!!!yay i will soon be able to wear sleeves!!!!!!!!

Help with Hyperhidrosis!! HELP!?

2009-11-20T03:53:00.002-08:00

ok the palm of my hand and feet keep sweating like ALWAYS! Please tell me how i can get rid of it! my doctor says there is no cure for it! that can't be! its affecting me big time guys. i can't touch anyone! shake hands with anyone! damn i can't even touch girls!! seriously i need something 2 atleast reduce it to the minimum! help me! this problems freakkin serious! u won't believe the no. of women i could've scored but jes the thuoght that my hands r sweaty i turned away! and now its winters! my hands freeze when um out der n not 2 mention the gross feeling that ur palms always wet! HALP!

Help with Hyperhidrosis!! HELP!?
I can appreciate your frustration.

Have you tried using an antiperspirant deoderant for your hands and feet. Thats all i can suggest.

I know they do botox injections for under the arms. Have you seen a specialist dermatologist yet they may have some new up to date treatments?

I use talcum powder when i play pool when i get sweaty palms and this works really well. Good luck.

Chris- Registered Nurse
Reply:There is no immediate cure for it, but there are treatments that make it managable. It's surprising that your doctor didn't mention any of them.

Chemical sprays/rubs (aluminum chloride), botox injections to disable sweat glands, oral drugs (oxybutynin is the most effective so far..).

There are also a few surgeries, ETS (endoscopic throacic sympathectomy) as well as sweat gland suction, iontophoresis, phenol injection, etc. Talk to your doctor about your options..
Reply:Have you tried applying clinical strenght deodorants to your hands and feet?

You can try:

1. Using Drysol (a prescription deodorant) on your hands and feet.

2. Using Certain Dri ( a non-prescription alternative)

3. Soaking your feet in Tannin Tea for 15 minutes a day. This works wonders.

4. Drink more water to lower your body temperature

5. Wear loose clothes

6. Iontophoresis is a treatment for excessive sweating of the hands and feet.

I have hyperhidrosis and i am lookin for others in my area to discuss this with, can anyone help?

2009-11-20T03:53:00.001-08:00

you could try the site below-but you will need to say what area you are in,I think- I would be willing to talk to you about it,via email.

I have hyperhidrosis and i am lookin for others in my area to discuss this with, can anyone help?
Go to your doctors and say you are lookin for others in your area to discuss this with.
Reply:http://www.esfbchannel.com/forum/index.h...
Reply:Lab Studies

Search for primary causes if generalized hyperhidrosis is noted.

Important laboratory studies may include the following:

Thyroid function tests may reveal underlying hyperthyroidism or thyrotoxicosis.

Blood glucose levels may reveal diabetes mellitus or hypoglycemia.

Urinary catecholamines may reveal a possible pheochromocytoma.

Uric acid levels may reveal gout.

A purified protein derivative (PPD) test can be performed to screen for tuberculosis.

Imaging Studies

Chest radiography may be used to rule out tuberculosis or a neoplastic cause.

Therapy can be challenging for both the patient and the physician. Both topical and systemic medications have been used. Other treatment options include iontophoresis and botulinum toxin injections.

Topical agents include topical anticholinergics, boric acid, 2-5% tannic acid solutions, resorcinol, potassium permanganate, formaldehyde (which may cause sensitization11), glutaraldehyde, and methenamine. Drysol (20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate in absolute anhydrous ethyl alcohol is usually the most effective topical agent. Drysol should be applied nightly on dry skin with or without occlusion until a positive result is obtained, after which the intervals between applications may be lengthened. To minimize irritation, the remainder of the medication should be washed off when the patient awakes, and the area may be neutralized with the topical application of baking soda.10

Systemic agents used to treat hyperhidrosis include anticholinergic medications. Anticholinergics such as propantheline bromide, glycopyrrolate, oxybutynin, and benztropine are effective because the preglandular neurotransmitter for sweat secretion is acetylcholine (although the sympathetic nervous system innervates the eccrine sweat glands). The use of anticholinergics may be unappealing because their adverse effect profile includes mydriasis, blurry vision, dry mouth and eyes, difficulty with micturition, and constipation. In addition, other systemic medications, such as sedatives and tranquilizers, indomethacin, and calcium channel blockers, may be beneficial in the treatment of palmoplantar hyperhidrosis.

Iontophoresis was introduced in 1952 and consists of passing a direct current across the skin.12 The mechanism of action remains under debate. In palmoplantar hyperhidrosis, the daily treatment of each palm or sole for 30 minutes at 15-20 mA with tap water iontophoresis is effective.13 Intact skin can endure 0.2-mA/cm2 galvanic current without negative consequences, and as much as 20-25 mA per palm may be tolerated.13 Numerous agents have been used to induce hypohidrosis, including tap water and anticholinergics; however, treatment with anticholinergic iontophoresis is more effective than tap water iontophoresis.14

Botulinum toxin injections are effective because of their anticholinergic effects at the neuromuscular junction and in the postganglionic sympathetic cholinergic nerves in the sweat glands.

In palmar hyperhidrosis, 50 subepidermal injections of 2 mouse units per palm (total 100 mouse units per palm) results in anhydrosis lasting 4-12 months.15 Each injection produces an area of anhydrosis approximately 1.2 cm in diameter. The only adverse effect is mild transient thumb weakness that resolves within 3 weeks.

In a similar study, the effects of sodium chloride solution injections in one palm were compared with botulinum toxin injections in the other palm.16 Treatment with 120 mouse units of botulinum toxin (injected into 6 sites in the palm) resulted in a 26% reduction in sweat production after 3 and 8 weeks and a 31% reduction after 13 weeks. Noted adverse effects included minor muscle weakness at the toxin-treated sites, which resolved after 2-5 weeks. Injections of botulinum toxin must be repeated at varying intervals to maintain long-term results.

Treatment of axillary hyperhidrosis with botulinum toxin type A reconstituted in lidocaine or in normal saline was described in a randomized, side-by-side, double-blind study.17 The results were the same; however, injections of botulinum toxin A reconstituted in lidocaine are associated with significantly reduced pain, thus, lidocaine-reconstituted botulinum toxin A may be preferable for treating axillary hyperhidrosis.

pink

I have hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:53:00.000-08:00

i sweat real bad from my under arms hands and feet! ive heard that botox injections in the areas where i sweat can really help! is it safe ? i know u can have surgery aswell 2 destroy the glands that make u sweat! can ne 1 help me? thanx jess

I have hyperhidrosis?
I used to sweat on my underarms, hands, and feet for no reason all the time. For the sweating, get the antiperspirant Certain Dri. You will never sweat from your underarms, hands, or feet. Has no smell. Has no residue so it does not stain your clothes at all. It is a roll on you can get at any drug store in the anti-perspirant section. You put it on at night. Go to sleep. Wake up and take a shower. The residue of the anti-perspirant is gone, but you don't sweat or smell at all for a couple of days. And when I say you don't sweat or smell I mean it. I used to have to wear a jacket to hide the sweat stains, but I have not been wet under my arms in years. I can also wear thongs without them slipping on my feet, and I can hold hands without getting embarrassed.

If the Certain Dri does not work or you want to try some other things below is a link to a number of other anti-perspirant solutions. Just please avoid surgery, there are way to many people who have been disabled by the surgery to try and reduce sweating.
Reply:avoid any allopathic medication suppresion of sweat cause damage internal beauty

try homeopathy or any alternative medication for best
Reply:i do too all over at times maybe some medical reason for this "think"

What is hyperhidrosis, and what can i do against it?

2009-11-20T03:52:00.003-08:00

Excess sweating. Big problem. Ask a lab guy to make you up a solution of aluminum chloride strong. Use on worse sweating areas, i.e. under arms.

About Hyperhidrosis.....??

2009-11-20T03:52:00.002-08:00

I suffer from this... hand and feet and not dramatically int he armpits... but my hands and feet are really bad. Does anyone else have this?? Although I know it is common.... do you have it? Has anyone had the surgery or tried different lotions like 'Perspirex'?? Thanks so much, I don't need info on the disease... I want to know about you... if you have it. Thanks!!

About Hyperhidrosis.....??
yepp mive got it and it sucks! its so bad in my hands that i can touch my palm to a piece of paper and it will stick to my hand. haha. i started using drysol which is some cream i put on at bedtime and its been better. good luckn my little fellow sweaty friend ;)

Axillary hyperhidrosis help!!! what products should i use or ask my physician about?

2009-11-20T03:52:00.001-08:00

I have been having sweating since middle school extensivly I have tried every deodorant even mens ones i tried all gels sprays and powders and solids. i tried putting deodorant evry 2 hours that didnt work so i tried every 1 hour it worked for a while but then it stopped working. I feel so self consious i manage to handle the smell most of the time by over loading on fantasy by britny spears. I stole my mom credit card to order odaban cause she didnt realize nothign was worng wiht me. oda ban worked the first week then it didnt afterwards and plus it stung me. i tried certain dri and it made my armpits all blakc but that was a year ago so now they are no longer black i recently tried secret clinical strength and it totally didnt work for me.please i am only 15 and i have been going through this since the age of 10 my parents say its just my hormones but then my mom realized her sister had the same problem but she had axillary and hands problem so please help with product suggestions

Axillary hyperhidrosis help!!! what products should i use or ask my physician about?
Aluminum chloride (hexahydrate) solution: Common brands of aluminum chloride solution (as antiperspirant) include "MegaDry®" (which uses a non-irritating blend of aluminum chlorohydrate), "Hydrosal® Gel", Drysol®, CertainDri®, B-Drier®, Odaban®, and Driclor®. While aluminum chloride is used in regular antiperspirants, hyperhidrosis sufferers need a much higher concentration to effectively treat the symptoms of the condition. A 15% aluminum chloride solution or higher usually takes about a week of nightly use to stop the sweating, with one or two nightly applications per week to maintain the results. An aluminum chloride solution can be very effective; some people, however, cannot tolerate the irritation that it can cause but these constitute a minority of all patients. Also, the solution is usually not effective for palmar (hand) and plantar (foot) hyperhidrosis - for which iontophoresis (see below) may yield better results in some circumstances

Botulinum toxin type A (Botox®): Injections of the botulinum toxin are used to disable the sweat glands. The effects can last from 4-9 months depending on the site of injections. With proper anesthesia the hand and foot injections are almost painless. The procedure when used for underarm sweating has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and now some insurance companies pay partially for the treatments.

Oral medication: There are several oral drugs available to treat the condition with varying degrees of success.[citation needed] A class of anticholinergic drugs are available that have shown to reduce hyperhidrosis. Ditropan® (generic name: oxybutynin) is one that has been the most promising. For some people, however, the drowsiness and dry-mouth associated with the drug cannot be tolerated. A time release version of the drug is also available, called Ditropan XL®, with purportedly reduced effectiveness. Robinul® (generic name: glycopyrrolate) is another drug used on an off-label basis. The drug seems to be almost as effective as oxybutynin, with similar side-effects such as a dry mouth or dry throat often leading to pain in these areas. Other less effective anticholinergic agents that have been tried include propantheline bromide (Probanthine®) and benztropine (Cogentin®). A different class of drugs known as beta-blockers has also been tried, but does not seem to be nearly as effective. Since the disorder is often caused by or exacerbated by high-anxiety, antidepressant drugs, such as Zoloft®, often help alleviate symptoms.
Reply:I have hyperhidrosis too. I'm 16 and I've had it for as long as I can remember. I have hyperhidrosis on my hands, feet, armpits, and trunk. (It sucks!) I know exactly what you mean!!

I went to the doctor a couple times and the first time he prescribed Drysol. I used it and it hurt like crazy!!! It worked for my armpits though, so I used it for a couple years. But I was sick of using. I bought a book with a better solution.

Go and buy a natural loofah (from Walmart, or Walgreen's etc...) and STOP using deodorant with aluminum!!! That's the problem. Aluminum clogs your pores and makes the sweating worse. So if you need deodorant (for JUST THE ODOR, not the sweat) buy a deodorant without aluminum. It will NOT be an anti perspirant. And make sure the first ingredient is Propylene Glycol. I've found that Adidas has a good one. It's called Cotton tech or something.

So once you've done that, every time you shower scrub under your arms with the loofah. It will be a little tender, so be careful. You should stop sweating in about a week. BUT... different loofah's wil give you different results. So if it's not working, try a different loofah.

I honestly didn't think this would work, but I don't sweat under my arms anymore. It's amazing. :) Just try it. It's a cheap solution that actually works. Now I only sweat when I'm working out and when it's hot. Just like normal people.

Enjoy!

PS. My doctor also prescribed Rubinol, and this works too, but I don't like the side effects. I had a really dry mouth and insomnia. :'( But I didn't sweat at all.

periwinkle

Hi. Hyperhidrosis-What makes it go away?

2009-11-20T03:52:00.000-08:00

It's a really horrid thing that makes my hands sweat really bad- It's embaressing too! Please help me I'm deperate (driclor duznt work)

Hi. Hyperhidrosis-What makes it go away?
Please see the webpage for more details on Hyperhidrosis. The underlying disease should be found out. Consult your family physician.
Reply:If driclor doesn't work, see a doctor. You can have surgery to cut the vessels responsible for it under your arms. My stepfather had it and says it really works.
Reply:See a dermatologist...there are new treatments available, meds. and therepy equipment.That should be covered on insurance...

Hyperhidrosis help!?

2009-11-20T03:51:00.002-08:00

hi, im 13 years old and i have this stupid thing called hyperhydrosis

i sweat a lot from my under arms and its embarrasing, but i hide it very well

i went to my doctor and he perscribed Drysol, but he gave me the wrong directions

he told me to put it on ONCE only, and to waste it all that 1 time

it burned my underarm so bad, i cried really hard

i still have burn scars

i stopped sweating for like 2 weeks

but then i was back on it

its really frustrating because i just entered high school, and i wanna be normal and buy shirts with sleeves, not just tanks tops

so please help? i really want this over

oh and i've considered going back to the doctor and taking Drysol again, but im really scared that the burns and the bruises i got from it the first time will come back

PLEASE HELP! =[

Hyperhidrosis help!?
Hey Kat,

That Drysol stuff sux, trust me. For your sweating problem you can do a few things, exercisign regularly tends to help and eating small portions often, instead of having big dinners helps your hyperhidrosis also...

As for other products, try http://www.megadry.com . It's like Drysol BUT it's made NOT to sting or itch or irritate. I use it and my excessive sweating is getting better and better the longer I use it.

My last recommendation is to try a lot of stuff out, except surgery as surgery for hyperhidrosis has a lot of side effects and it's not good in general.

Don't worry, it's a common problem...
Reply:Wow your doctor is insane. Does he not know how to read directions on the Drysol box?

Anyway it is not suprising drysol burned and scared your skin with that much application (1 bottle) per 1 session. You're supposed to apply enough to cover your HH area before you go to bed. And it should take a few weeks for you to finish the bottle. Not one night. I used this for my hands and after two normal applications my skin already started peeling. (Wasn't that bad for me; Drysol worked only temporarily)

I just can't believe your doctor told you to do that. WOW.

It caused you to have permanent scarring.

I know how frustrating this condition can be since I have it too.

I will advise if you go to the doctor to not take his advice on Drysol and tell your parents what the doctor has done. I believe his butt could be on the line for doing something like this.

Anyways here are some alternative treatments for HH:

http://www.socialphobiaworld.com/postt68...

http://www.esfbchannel.com/treatments/sw...

Hopefully you don't let this doctor hurt you more.

You can order Drysol online without perscription.

And if you ever consider ETS surgery, DO YOUR RESEARCH. It can be a pretty dangerous surgery with hidden side effects.

I wish you the best

Hyperhidrosis, aka excessive sweating? please help?

2009-11-20T03:51:00.001-08:00

I think i have this, no i know i have this, is there any thing i can do with out seeing a doctor because i dont have the money for that right now. i would really appreciate it. all i can do is wear black. It is more or less just my arm pits, what can i do?

Hyperhidrosis, aka excessive sweating? please help?
Live in a fridge.

Don't move a muscle.

Move to Alaska.

Try Maxi-Pads.

Swim allot so you're wet all over.

Go naked - no will notice problem.

Stay inside.

Change tops often.

Just chill.
Reply:try some heavy duty anti-persperants, they can be found at your local drug store.
Reply:botox injections, which actually numb your facial muscles to keep from creating aging wrinkles actually also numb your sweat glands.

if you suffer from excessive sweating in any body area, you can go to a doctor and ask him/her to inject you with botox in that area, and you will sweat less.

the downside is that this botox only works for about 6 months, so you have to keep getting it redone.
Reply:You might have a thyroid problem. It causes hyperhidrosis, vision problems, weight gain. If you have this then see your doctor. He will put you on medication and it will go away.

If not, then try dove deodorant it works really good. Go to the bathroom and wash between your arms so often (embarrasing but it works)
Reply:Maxim worked for a family member
Reply:Pl. read this.

It will help.

Good luck.

http://www.doctorgoodskin.com/skincare/p...

Hyperhidrosis Sweating Surgery?

2009-11-20T03:51:00.000-08:00

Hi, IM 19 years old and I want to get this one surgery done, its I believe it is called the hyphydrosis or something like that surgery, or it could be the ets. ANyways, when i get this done, on my facial part, and forhead, will it completely get it rid of it, or will it be a little less mild(as in, sweat still will show?) Cause im really hoping i will be wet free. Thanks

Hyperhidrosis Sweating Surgery?
from what I understand there is a 50/50 chance that the perspiration will be reduced, and a chance that the perspiration will be increased. But, I am not a doctor, this is just what I read online. It may not be true.

I thought that they just had it for arm pits, or hands, but i guess that it is possible to do it for the face as well.

Good luck, and I hope that it turns out well for you if you decide to have the surgery done.
Reply:I had it done, but hyperhidrosis eventually returned. The surgery will only mask a symptom - read on for the cause. I don't have hyperhidrosis any more.

I had severe hyperhidrosis along with neurological symptoms such as arhhythmia, rapid heart rate, migraines and muscle twitching. I went through all the regular treatments including robinul, klonopin, drysol, and botox without luck. After fifteen years of going to various specialists, I had the ETS surgery done. It went well but after 2-3 years the hyperhidrosis and Raynaud's syndrome began to return.

In my case these symptoms were caused by allergies to wheat and dairy (Celiac disease) and mercury toxicity. These lead to depletion of certain amino acids and enzymes, and malabsorption of B vitamins and minerals, especially magnesium.

After eliminating grains and dairy from my diet, the symptoms have gone away. I have been taking supplements as well. Sometime in the future I will be having amalgam fillings replaced, including root canals.

If you search, you will find several sources which mention hyperhidrosis as a symptom of mercury poisoning. This can be related to wheat and dairy allergies (gluten and casein) because mercury inhibits DPP-IV, an enzyme needed to digest these foods.

The links below are provided only as a starting point for anyone who's interested in learning more. If you find something interesting, I'd strongly suggest you copy it to your hard drive. Some web pages don't stick around very long.

Sensitivity To Gluten May Result In Neurological Dysfunction; Gluten ataxia

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/200...

http://www.aan.com/press/index.cfm?fusea...

Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition

"Sensitivity To Gluten May Result In Neurological Dysfunction"

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/200...

Gluten Sensitivity and Neurological Illness

http://www.jpgn.org/pt/re/jpgn/fulltext....

Advances in Clinical Neuroscience %26amp; Rehabilitation

"Neurological associations of coeliac disease"

http://www.acnr.co.uk/acnr%20july%20aug%...

(Hyperhidrosis is on page 24)

Gluten In The Diet May Be The Cause Of Recurring Headaches

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/200...

Neurological Manifestations of Celiac Disease

www.scielo.br/pdf/anp/v62n4/a07v62n4.p...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperhidros...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercury_poi...

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

(Scroll about halfway down the page)

night blooming cereus

Hyperhidrosis is ruining my life!!! Help?

2009-11-20T03:50:00.003-08:00

I have the sweatiest armpits ever. Even when i'm not doing anything, and just sitting there. It's not because i'm nervous, anxious, excited or anything like that. It just comes pouring out for no reason! I need some recommendations please!!! I've tried CertainDri. It was okay, reduced a little bit, but i still sweated alot. I'm currently using the walmart prescription version of drysol. Works a lot better but i still sweat. What can i do? I can't wear cute clothes i want to wear because i'll sweat and be embarrased! My mom would never let me get botox or anything like that, so that's out. Please don't give me an answer like, "try secret anti-perspirant". That's not going to do anything. It'd be nice just to have answers from ppl who have this problem, because if you don't, you don't understand how terrible it really is!

Hyperhidrosis is ruining my life!!! Help?
Are you thyrotoxic? Please get your thyoid hormones checked and maybe its excess is causing this problem.
Reply:try talking 2 ur doc. they caan prescribe stuff.
Reply:I have hyperhidrosis too, but it's in my palms...I work @ a doctor's office, and they recommended a small procedure of going under the arm pit and cutting the sweat glands... there are some positives to that but negatives also (as always).. the body needs to sweat, it controls our tempurature... I'm not really sure exactly what you should do, but I didn't go with the surgery...I tried drysol too... didn't work for me though... But try using a roll-on deodorant instead of the regular stick and see what happens.
Reply:Sounds like you have already tried the prescription stuff and you are not getting quite the result you would like. I don't know that there is anything other than botox that would be a step above the prescription antipersperant. However, here are a few tips that may help you gett better results from the prescription antipersperant. Apply thin layer (don't over apply) and allow it to dry completely before putting clothing on. You could use a blow dryer on a cool setting if needed. Once it's dry, I like to apply a sheer dusting of an absorbant baby powder. Then I put my clothes on and I slip a tissue (like kleenex) under each pit, flatten it out and affix it under bra. This really helps and the tissue is not noticable under clothing. You will probably have to apply aditional tissues every hour or so.

Something else I notice is every few antipersperants I have to switch brands. So I rotate between two favorites. I don't know why this seems to be more effective, but it does. Good luck, I hope you find a little relief from this.
Reply:Try telling your Mom that you would like her to take you to the doctor. If she will take you, explain in front of both of them how the excess perspiration in affecting your life - apart from the clothes. Maybe she will listen to the doctor. I don't have this problem, but am very sympathetic to both you and your Mom. I wouldn't want to inject my child with botulinm toxin (which only lasts about three months) if not absolutely necessary - and it's very expensive! On your side though, if it is that bad, I would find a way to make it better. Good luck!

Hyperhidrosis Surgery?

2009-11-20T03:50:00.002-08:00

can someone tell me what T1 T2 T3 and T4 refer to(what places in the body are they). in other words, can someone tell me the differences between the 4.

Hyperhidrosis Surgery?
I think that stands for "thoracic vertebrae", numbered t-1 thru t-? (in spinal column) I know the neck is cervical...hmm, sorry, not sure.

That could also stand for sections of the thyroid, but I'm just guessing here. So there's a problem with excessive sweating? Please explain hyperhidrosis.

Hyperhidrosis cure?

2009-11-20T03:50:00.001-08:00

feet

Hyperhidrosis cure?
You should try Sage Tea solutions.

1. Fill a bowl with 3 cups of water.

2. Put three Sage Tea Bags in the bowl.

3. Let the tea dissolve.

4. Soak your feet in the bowl for 20 minutes

5. Do this for 5 days straight and you'll see major improvement by the 5th day.

Sage Tea is a natural astringent. You can see the detailed instructions for this remedy in the source link.

Hyperhidrosis Treatment - How Do I Stop Excessive Sweating?

2009-11-20T03:50:00.000-08:00

Hyperhidrosis (or excessive sweating / perspiration) is caused by underlying conditions such as hyperthyroidism, endocrine treatment for prostatic cancer, psychiatric disorders including stress %26amp; anxiety, obesity and menopause.

In secondary hyperhidrosis, the underlying condition should be treated first, which is usually done through the administration of antiestrogens (ciproterone acetate).

In people with primary hyperhidrosis or for treatment of heavy sweating in patients with secondary hyperhidrosis, not treatable otherwise, the methods adopted include antiperspirants, iontophoresis, drugs, botulinum toxin (botox), surgery and alternative remedies.

Hyperhidrosis Treatment - How Do I Stop Excessive Sweating?
I found once I got my blood sugar under control (hypoglycemic), my excessive sweating (at times, mainly when under stress) went away. I notice it now if I am under stress and my blood sugar is low.
Reply:Maxim Sensitive extra effective anti-perspirant wipes. 30 wipes per package. Only buy 1 package at a time, because last package I bought lasted 7 months, and there is an expiration date. Buy at www.maxim.com. I think the only way to get these is to order on the internet.

This is what worked extremely well for me. This worked far better for me than Certain Dri. I only have to use one of these wipes every 6 or 7 days to almost stop sweating.

A drawback is they tell you to apply it only at bedtime.
Reply:Hyperhidrosis is caused due to malfunctioning of the sympathetic nervous system or disorders of the sweat glands.

Excessive Sweating has four major types:

Palmar Excessive Sweating (sweaty palms) is a condition marked by excessive perspiration of the palms beyond physiological necessity.

Axillary Excessive Sweating (sweaty underarms) involves extreme dripping sweat in the armpits with constant odour that is usually resistant to all deodorants.

Facial Excessive Sweating (facial sweating) is stimulated by slight increasing in temperature and humidity.

Plantar Excessive Sweating (sweaty feet) usually occurs in conjunction with hand excessive sweating as a result of an overactive sympathetic nervous system.

Fortunately, excessive sweating can be controlled by an effective surgical treatment known as Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy (ETS). ControlExcessiveSweating specialise in ETS, which is a proven surgical technique that disrupts the sympathetic chain and reduces or eliminates excessive sweating

Excessive sweating effects many people around the world but treatments cost lots of money. But you yourself could minimise the problem.

To do this try going to your doctors and getting prescribed deodorant or even try deodorants specially for your condition such as mitchum, they may be more expensive but better in the long run.

Also wear the correct clothing loose cotton clothing is the best as it allows your skin to breath.

orchid cactus

Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), please reply!!!!!?

2009-11-20T03:49:00.003-08:00

I have a problem with sweating to much. So I went to the store today with my dad for medicine, when i thought about getting certain dri. I asked my dad for it and i told him when i sweat i sweat a lot, but he did not beleive me! So he would not bye it. Instead I got a deodarant called Mitchum because I have heard some people on here say that it worked. If you can please reply, or if you can can you talk about your experiences with Mitchum deodarant for women! Thanks everyone!

Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), please reply!!!!!?
Hello I'm from Argentine, and i have stoped sweating under my arms because of a desodorant named alumpak.

Before this, i tryed 3 other special desodorats recommended by others specialists with no results.

A doctor from a hospital recommended me this, and i got good results under my arms, but i steel couldn't find a way to solve the problem with my hands and feets.

So i recommend to you to go to a good doctor and maybe he could find a solution to you.

If not, search about botox.

Good luck!
Reply:i sweat like a pig
Reply:Go to the doc and ask them to prescribe you DriSol...it is prescription deodorant that you put on at night...it is great, my friends and i swear by it!!

As for regular doedorant...everyone is different. One person might LOVE a certain deodorant while the other hates it...you have to try.

I find that with excessive sweating, a Soft Solid works best...this is why.

When you use a regular white solid that doesnt really get soaked into your pits, it ust stains your clothes and is messy.

If you use the Gel, again, it doesnt really rub all the way in and causes wet spots right away.

A soft solid, when you click it up and rub in your armpit, you rub it in till it disappears then it is in your pit and will work.

My favorite brand, BY FAR, is Degree Soft Solid in Powder smell...the shower clean smell makes a funky oder after awhile!

Try Degree Soft Solid, the kind you click up and it iwll keep you dry all day!!

Hyperhidrosis can someone help?

2009-11-20T03:49:00.002-08:00

i have excessive sweating of hands feet and underarms, i talked to the doctor about surgery, but he says it can be quite dangerous. has any one got any other suggestions about products or anything?

Hyperhidrosis can someone help?
a roll on deodorant called anhydrol-forte, its available over the counter from most chemists, u would have to check if it is suitable for use on hands and feet tho. you use it during the night and wash it off next morning, it worked for me within a month!
Reply:Yes. There's a product called Drysol that you can get. Not available in the UK but you can order it on the net. There is one you can get in the UK, but think it's the stronger one. You probably need the more gentle formula for your hands. You put it on before bedtime everyother night, and it itches like hell, but you don't notice once you're asleep!! Rinse it off in the morning and you'll find you won't sweat.
Reply:Well, I used to have the same problem under my arms (sorry not on my hands though). To get rid of it I went to the store you can find it at places like target, Walgreen's, cvs, etc. It is called Certain Dri. It is like the best thing ever! You don't need a prescription and its only like $5 dollars (it in the deodorant section). If you get it READ THE DIRECTIONS or else it may not work. It worked for me the day after I used it. I applied it on right before bed, let it dry, and then the next morning NO MORE SWEATING!!!!! But the results can take longer for some people, and it might itch in the beginning, but even if it works right away use it for a little while still! Also it won't come off if you bathe in the morning, and in the morning you can put on another deodorant I would suggest Mitchum for Women, get the solid one that smells like baby powder. Good luck! I really hope it helps you.

P.S. I'm not sure if you can get it if you do not live in the U.S.

Hyperhidrosis treatment in Cyprus?

2009-11-20T03:49:00.001-08:00

where in Cyprus can i recieve treatment usually botox for for underarm odour

Hyperhidrosis treatment in Cyprus?
After you wash your underarms you can apply baking soda on still half wet skin.

it will stop all odors for 24 hours!!!!!!!!!

you will be sweating( if you do) but no smell !!!

try it please

it is the best and cheapest medication.

no botox no doctors.

p.s. write me back when you try.
Reply:I haven't heard of that but perhaps this article might help:

Please see link.

(PS%26gt;this site gives advice on alternative %26amp; natural remedies,diet,supplements %26amp; is excellent to consult on a range of conditions, just type in relevant words in search %26amp; look thru' results).
Reply:botox will reduce perspiration but odour can only be affected by regular showering/cleaning.

If you have not already tried them its worth trying one of the antiperspirants containing aluminium chloride ie driclor or anhydrol. They can give excellent results and you only have to put them on like a roll on at night then wash it off in the morning and it will work all day. Less invasive than botox injections and more evidence that effective too.

Hyperhidrosis (AKA excessive sweating) please come here..?

2009-11-20T03:49:00.000-08:00

In the heat, if I'm out walking or something, I sweat excessively. I'm currently taking an oral drug called Glycopyrrolate but the side effects are hard to deal with. YOU DON'T HAVE TO READ ALL THIS BUT IT OCULD HELP YOU WITH YOUR ANSWER: My hands get shaky, it's really hard to focus my eyes and read, my mouth gets extremely dry to the point where I need a sip of water with a bite of anything I'm eating, they make it difficult to pee lol, my fiingertips swell in the heat, and they don't work very well at all result-wise.

I've been told by my dermatologist to use Drysol twice a week. I tried it twice last year but it is extremely irritating especially because you put it on before bed, therefore ruining your entire night! IS THERE ANYTHING that has worked for any of you out there? IM AT THE END OF MY ROPE there's literally nothing else..

Hyperhidrosis (AKA excessive sweating) please come here..?
I have hyperhidrosis too and I use maxim. It works great, the only horrible side affect is that it itches like crazy! It pretty much dries out your skin. You apply it under your arm pit, like a roll on deodorant before you go to bed and do not use a lot. I started off using it twice a week (ouch!) and then once a week and now I only apply it about once every three weeks, it all depends on when it begins to wear off I guess.

The whole thing with this product is that it actually closes up the pores in your arm pit (the applied area) and it is completely safe because the sweat is dispursed the the other millions of pores on the rest of your body.

I heard that they now make a sensitive skin maxim (although I have only heard of the sensitive skin wipes). I am thinking that these wipes may itch less, I will be sure to buy it next and try it out.

So in conclusion, if you can endure the itching, which if you ask me is completely worth it, it lasts maybe 30-45 min. then this is definately the way to go. Good luck!
Reply:well i got this stuff called maxim look at .. http://www.stopsweat.com/ it totally worked for me.
Reply:If not I always here commercials for Botox. The stuff people put in lips. Well it sounds weird, but they say one injection will last 6 months. Check out the link below.

palm

Hyperhidrosis and the ETS surgical procedure?

2009-11-20T03:48:00.002-08:00

If you've had the ETS procedure, did you have CS side effects afterwards if not did you get the clipping procedure or the cutting? I would appreciate some feed back because I'm looking into going through with the procedure

Hyperhidrosis and the ETS surgical procedure?
I had a sympathectomy on the right side only because it was part of a rib resection to correct an injury that resulted in thoracic outlet syndrome. Even though it is only on one side, I get overheated very easily now and feel sick if I spend too much time in the sun or work out in the sun. It's really easy to over do it. I also have extremely dry skin that won't be hydrated with lotions. I've read that ETS patients often become hand lotion addicts. I've also read some other things about side effects that can be quite nasty. I'd advise against it unless you have exhausted all other possibilities, including just living with the hiperhydrosis. I am hesitant to get the thoracic outlet syndrome fixed on the left side due in large part to the sympathectomy side effects. Sweat is very important to the body (which I didn't realize until I didn't have any on half of my head), and messing with the nerves is usually a bad idea unless it's absolutely necessary. Good luck to you.
Reply:where is the hyperhidrosis ? If its feet don't do it. If it's your hands read up on the side effects first. There are alternatives like Botox injections, Dry-Sol by prescription,electrical treatments too.
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Name of Symptom/Sign:

Hyperhidrosis ICD-10 R61

ICD-9 780.8

Primary hyperhidrosis is the condition characterized by abnormally increased perspiration, in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature. Some patients afflicted with the condition experience a distinct reduction in the quality of life. Sufferers feel at a loss of control because perspiration takes place independent of temperature and emotional state.

However, anxiety can exacerbate the situation for many sufferers. A common complaint of patients is that they get nervous because they sweat, then sweat more because they are nervous. Other factors can play a role; certain foods %26amp; drinks, nicotine, caffeine, and smells can trigger a response (see also diaphoresis).

There is controversy regarding the definition of hyperhidrosis, because any sweat that drips off of the body is in excess of that required for thermoregulation. Almost all people will drip sweat off of the body during heavy exercise.

Hyperhidrosis can either be generalized or localized to specific parts of the body. Hands, feet, axillae, and the groin area are among the most active regions of perspiration due to the relatively high concentration of sweat glands; however, any part of body may be affected. Primary hyperhidrosis is found to start during adolescence or even before, and interestingly, seems to be inherited as an autosomal dominant genetic trait.

Primary hyperhidrosis must be distinguished from secondary hyperhidrosis, which can start at any point in life. The latter form may be due to a disorder of the thyroid or pituitary gland, diabetes mellitus, tumors, gout, menopause or certain drugs.

Primary hyperhidrosis is estimated at around 1% of the population, afflicting women more.

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1 Cause

2 Treatment

3 Social effects

4 External links

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Cause

It is not known what causes primary hyperhidrosis. One theory is that hyperhidrosis results from an over-active sympathetic nervous system, but this hyperactivity may in turn be caused by abnormal brain function.

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Treatment

Hyperhidrosis can usually be treated, but there is no cure.

Surgery (Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy or ETS): Select sympathetic nerves or nerve ganglia in the chest are either cut or burned (completely destroying their ability to transmit impulses), or clamped (theoretically allowing for the reversal of the procedure). The procedure often causes anhidrosis from the mid-chest upwards, a disturbing condition. Major drawbacks to the procedure include thermoregulatory dysfuction (Goldstien, 2005), lowered fear and alertness (Teleranta, Pohjavaara, et al 2003, 2004) and the overwhelming incidence of compensatory hyperhidrosis. Some people find this sweating to be tolerable while others find the compensatory hyperhidrosis to be worse than the initial condition. It has also been established that there is a low (less than 1%) chance of Horner's syndrome. Other risks common to minimally-invasive chest surgery, though rare, do exist. Patients have also been shown to experience a cardiac sympathetic denervation, which results in a 10% lowered heartbeat during both rest and exercise.

Aluminum chloride (hexahydrate) solution: The most common brands are Drysol®, Maxim®, Odaban®, and Driclor®. Aluminum chloride is used in regular antiperspirants, but hyperhidrosis sufferers need a much higher concentration. A 15% aluminum chloride solution or higher usually takes about a week of nightly use to stop the sweating, with one or two nightly applications per week to maintain the results. An aluminum chloride solution can be very effective; some people, however, cannot tolerate the irritation that it can cause. Also, the solution is usually not effective for palmar (hand) and plantar (foot) hyperhidrosis.

Botulinum toxin type A (trademarked as Botox®): Injections of the botulinum toxin are used to disable the sweat glands. The effects can last from 4-9 months depending on the site of injections. With proper anesthesia the hand and foot injections are almost painless. The procedure when used for underarm sweating has been approved by the U.S. FDA, and now some insurance companies pay partially for the treatments.

Iontophoresis: The affected area is placed in a device that has two pails of water with a conductor in each one. The hand or foot acts like a conductor between the positively- and negatively-charged pails. As the low current passes through the area, the minerals in the water clog the sweat glands, limiting the amount of sweat released. Common brands of tap water iontophoresis devices are the Drionic®, Idrostar and MD-1A (RA Fischer). Some people have seen great results while others see no effect. However, since the device can be painful to some and a great deal of time is required, no cessation of sweating in some people may be the result of not using the device as required. The device is usually used for the hands and feet, but there has been a device created for the axillae (armpit) area and for the stump region of amputees.

Oral medication: There are several drugs available with varying degrees of success. A class of anticholinergic drugs are available that have shown to reduce hyperhidrosis. Ditropan® (generic name: oxybutynin) is one that has been the most promising. For some people, however, the drowsiness and dry-mouth associated with the drug cannot be tolerated. A time release version of the drug is also available, called Ditropan XL®, with purportedly reduced effectiveness. Robinul® (generic name: glycopyrrolate) is another drug used on an off-label basis. The drug seems to be almost as effective as oxybutynin, with similar side-effects such as a dry mouth or dry throat often leading to pain in these areas. Other less effective anticholinergic agents that have been tried include propantheline bromide (Probanthine®) and benztropine (Cogentin®). A different class of drugs known as beta-blockers has also been tried, but does not seem to be nearly as effective.

Weight-Loss: Hyperhidrosis can be aggravated by obesity, so weight-loss can help. However, most people with hyperhidrosis do not sweat excessively due to obesity.

Relaxation and meditation: Relaxation techniques have been tried with limited success.

Hypnosis: Hypnosis has been used with limited success.

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Social effects

Excessive sweating impedes the performance of many routine activities. Things like driving, taking tests and simply grasping objects are severely hampered by sweaty hands. In addition, many careers present challenges for hyperhidrosis sufferers, such as for cook/chefs, doctors, and people working with computers. However, it is the social embarrassment that most hyperhidrosis sufferers find most troubling.

Some hyperhidrosis sufferers feel they have to avoid situations where they will come into physical contact with others. Interviews, a common source of anxiety for many people, are particularly harrowing for hyperhidrosis patients. Most often, it is the handshake before and after the interview that they will be stressing most about.

The very social interaction that could help lift the spirits of an individual suffering with hyperhidrosis is reduced. Interaction with others is extremely important. The simple experience of touch by another is proving to be extremely important to the psychological well-being of a person.[1]

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External links

Nonsurgical solutions to HH message board

Excessive Sweat-HH support group

Hyperhidrosis support group

New HH Group

Hyperhydrosis · HH and FB Mailing List

Hyperhydrosis · HH treatments

Maxim Deodorant's Website

Odaban's Website

All about Hyperhidrosis

Hyperhydrosis Support In Singapore

The Beauty Brains on a Hyperhidrosis Treatment

Botox treatment for hyperhidrosis

Sweaty Palm Diaries: Stories of People With Hyperhidrosis

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Reply:I had severley sweaty hands. Went and had T1 nerve cut and now my chest, back, thighs, and underarms sweat worse than my hands did. I am in the army now with 11 months in and about to get a medical discharge because, I had the surgery to fix my hands now my whole body soaks my clothes with sweat. I would not do the surgery if I were you.

Hyperhidrosis?? or Excessive Sweating??

2009-11-20T03:48:00.001-08:00

I have had this condition for as long as I remember, It only affects my underarms, but I will sweat heaps whether it be a cool day or hot, and am sick of always having to wear black tops to try and hide this problem (my friends started joking and calling me a goth) I went to my doc and all he could suggest was Surgery (which he said is quiet painful, expensive, risky, may cause other areas to start sweating or not even work at all) or Botox every three months (way to expensive!!).. I had found a deodorant called dryclor that worked quiet well that you apply every night before sleeping (it has 20% aluminium or something to stop the sweating) but as I am a female and have to shave/wax my armpits too this system is becoming quiet painful and leaving huge red rash's under my arms which is just as embarrasing as the sweat!! Does anything know of something else I can try that might be effective?? Please help I am getting desperate :(

Hyperhidrosis?? or Excessive Sweating??
I have hyperhidrosis too. I have the problem on my hands, feet, armpits, trunk, and buttox. I don't want to get botox injections because they are expensive and you have to get them somewhat frequently. (And you can only get them in your hands, feet, and armpits.) And not only that, Botox is botulism that you inject!! (That scared me)

I bought a book with some tips in it. The first one for underarm sweat is to buy a natural loofah and scrub under your armpits. I did this and it worked! Not all loofahs work, so look around and find one that is right for you. It took about a week and a half for me to stop sweating. And loofahs are cheap and they last about 2 months. (Get them at Walgreen's or walmart etc...)

And secondly, you must stop using deodorant with ALUMINUM!!! This clogs the pores and causes sweating. If you still have odor problems, then buy a deodorant without aluminum. So you'll have to get a deodorant WITHOUT and antiperspirant. I found a women's deodorant be Adidas that is good. It uses cotton something or other. But the deodorant has to be transparent. Not all deodorants work.

And natural sage is supposed to stop 80% of sweating too. So go to a health foods store and ask them how to make sage into a tea. But be careful because sage can be toxic if taken wrong.

I've looked into other ways to stop sweating and tied a couple myself. I went to my doctor and he prescribed Drysol. This is 100% aluminum (almost) and it hurts like crazy! I used that for a while and then stopped because I don't want to get alzhimer's. Then he prescribed Rubinol (a pill) that is used in surgery to stop spit and sweat. These pills cost a fortune! And I basically had no spit (miserable). But I did stop sweating completely.
Reply:I just started taking a pill called Rubinol. I don't know if it works yet, but I have to take it because my insurance denied me for Botox.

Hyperhidrosis!!PROM IN 2 WEEKS!!?

2009-11-20T03:48:00.000-08:00

i have sweaty hands and prom is coming up for me in 2 weeks. i hate having sweating hands and i dont wanna get surgery for it cuz i read about the side effects.. i havent tried drysol yet..but do u people thing it will work in time for me at prom??

Hyperhidrosis!!PROM IN 2 WEEKS!!?
The Certain Dri is much cheaper at Wal-Mart. It does work. All you need to do is to apply it about the same day. Be wary of overusing it. It says use to every 72 hours. I think it can be used a little more often, but not twice a day. Overuse can cause a staph infection (more likely under the arms though).

On your feet, you could use the Certain Dri or a spray deodorant that is both anti-perspirant and deodorant.

What about a visit to your doctor? They'd probably prescribe the Drysol. Or the might have another suggestion.

Good luck and have fun at your prom.
Reply:the fastest way to solve the prob w/o surgery, is botox injections rite to the sweat glands, it sounds crazy, but this is a new and effective use for botox. people with hyperhydrosis found relief immiediatly with the injections when nothing else worked.
Reply:Go to your local drugstore and get "Certain Dry". Its like $8 for a roll on bottle and its really convenient. Its in the deoderant aisle. Hope this helps.
Reply:it will be working by your prom. night but i don;t think long term use is advisable.

enjoy your prom...

xx

Hyperhidrosis? does baking soda help?

2009-11-20T03:47:00.003-08:00

My feet sweat alot and i try to put some baking soda in my socks before i wear them. Is that safe or bad for your skin? Please, no "cut the feet off" crap type of answer okay.

Hyperhidrosis? does baking soda help?
Baking soda won't hurt your skin. However, my dad has always used Gold Bond Medicated Powder. It works really well for him and it smells good.

petunia

Hyperhidrosis surgery?

2009-11-20T03:47:00.002-08:00

Can somone with experience(someone who has gone through it) or any nowledge of the T1 T2 T3 and T4 please explain to me what places of the body they refer to. In other words, what are the difference in the T1-T4. Thanks, would really help me alot.

Hyperhidrosis surgery?
Preganglionic fibers from the spinal cord synapse in sympathetic ganglia at the segment from which they arise travel up or down the sympathetic chain to synapses in other ganglia. Postganglionic fibers join peripheral nerves to innervate the sweat glands. The sympathetic outflow to the arm originates from the T2 to T6 ganglia, and for some patients T1 fibers (from the stellate ganglion, a fusion of T1 and C8) also innervate the arms. Fibers to the face come primarily from the stellate ganglia (C8 and T1), with some contribution from T2 and T3. Resection of the stellate ganglion is more likely to cause Horner’s syndrome than resection of T2 and T3 ganglia. In addition, there is an anatomical variation—the nerve of Kuntz—seen in 10% of patients. It arises from the T2 and T3 spinal segments and bypasses the cervical chain to join the brachial plexus. The feet are innervated by L2 to L4. To affect palmar sweating, T2 and sometimes T3 ganglia must be ablated, and for axillary sweating, at least T3 and sometimes T4 and T5. For plantar sweating, the L2 to L4 ganglia should be ablated, but, because sexual side effects can occur with ablation at this level, sympathectomy for plantar symptoms is rarely done. For facial hyperhidrosis, ablation of T2 and T3 can decrease sweating, as can sympathectomy of the lower third of the stellate ganglion.

Does anyone know any sprays, antipersperants, underarm shields, or undershirts that will help w/hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:47:00.001-08:00

The thing is I a have this extremely rare skin condition called hyperhidrosis. Only 3% of the world has it. ) : People who have this condition sweat excessively in certain areas of their body. I sweat on my hands, feet, and underarms. Thankfully enough I use iontophoresis treatments which cure the sweating on my hands and feet. Unfortunatly though I still sweat on my underarms. I have tried several products for my underarms.

The products that I have tried are:

* Secret Clinical Strength deoderant

* B+ Drier

* Certain Drie

* Kleinert underarm shields.

* Michim's Deoderant

* Ban Deoderant

* Drysol

P.S. Also, My parents will not allow me to get botox treatments or pills, as they believe that too little people know about these. My parents also think that the botox will damadge my nerves, as she read a story about a girl who lost her motion in her thumbs. They also knw that the pills will cause ur nose to bleed and mouth become dry. I also cant do surgeries.

Does anyone know any sprays, antipersperants, underarm shields, or undershirts that will help w/hyperhidrosis?
I thought I was the only one that ever had this condition:). This is what helped me out ALOT, Arrid XX DRY. (extra extra dry). Use the stick not the spray! Hope it helps!

Why should you cut out grains and sugars if you have hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:47:00.000-08:00

And what else will work to get rid of hyperhidrosis??? please help me! and i told my parents i had it but they kinda blew it off and forgot about it-they dont know it is a big problem. i need help reminding them about it but its embarassing. any ideas?

Why should you cut out grains and sugars if you have hyperhidrosis?
I'm not quite sure if you should cut out grains and sugars from your diet. It will be quite hard to cut these out of your diet. I believe you would need supplements. For this you should see a special doctor or nutritionist/dietition to see if grains and sugars are really affecting you via hyperhidrosis (HH).

And indeed it is a big problem (for me too), and you should talk to your parents about it more often about HH and how it's affecting you.

Here's link to alternative treatments:

http://www.socialphobiaworld.com/postt68...

Then there is the ETS surgery for HH.

If you hear the wonders of ETS, make sure you research it thoroughly before considering it. It may not be as wonderful as you think.

I hope this helps.

What kind of doctor do you go to for axillary hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:46:00.003-08:00

I'm sweating excessively so I'm pretty sure I have axillary hyperhidrosis. I've already had my thyroids checked and the results were normal.

What kind of doctor do you go to for axillary hyperhidrosis?
you should visit a dermatologist.
Reply:endocrinologist
Reply:Your doctor should refer you to an endocrinologist, they specialize in glands.
Reply:endocrinologist

mint

I am interested in Computer/Electrical Engineering and I have Hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:46:00.002-08:00

Hello, I am interested in Computer/Electronic/Electrical Engineering and I have Hyperhidrosis (Excessive sweating of the palms)

How much will my sweating of the hands affect me if I choose this major? How much will it affect me working as an Computer/Electrical Engineer?

Would my sweating of the palms be a big problem if I choose this major? Or should I just choose a different major that doesn't involve dealing with electrical stuff?

Answers will be greatly appreciated, thank you in advance.

I am interested in Computer/Electrical Engineering and I have Hyperhidrosis?
I'm an Engineer and had hyperhidrosis for a long time before getting rid of it.

It was not too much additional risk, since most of the circuitry I work on is low voltage (5V, 12V). It takes about 30V to get through your skin, under average conditions, and that's the threshhold for tingling.

When it came to higher voltage circuits, such as 110VAC or 15KV plasma, I would not have direct contact with those anyway (at least not intentionally!)

Hyperhidrosis can be caused by food allergies, or a mineral/vitamin deficiency. I had it for a long time before learning this.

Check out this article about hyperhidrosis, grains, and sugars. Scroll about halfway down the page.

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

I had hyperhidrosis and other symptoms for many years. I tried all the usual treatments including ETS surgery, prescriptions, antiperspirants, botox, etc. The surgery was most helpful but several years later hyperhidrosis began to return.

This year I was diagnosed with food allergies due to celiac disease. I eliminated wheat, dairy, and sugar from my diet. I stopped all prescriptions and began taking supplements with B Vitamins, Folic Acid, magnesium and other minerals.

You can see the rest of the story here:

http://www.esfbchannel.com/phpBB2/viewto...
Reply:Your malady can cause problems if you call attention to it or try to be secretive about it. It will not come up on an application form or interview unless you bring it up, in which case you are engaging in self-sabotage. You probably are already well versed in methods of coping with this problem, so it doesn't present a real threat in either field, even with a lot of "hands-on" work. If necessary, you can glove when working with sensitive parts, but that's already a requirement for "normal" people to keep the fatty acids from their hands from etching the parts.

I worked for many years as an Electrical Engineer, and was actively engaged in "early" computer installation and maintenance. I've also worked in Quality Control and as an Electronics Repair Technician. In all my experience I saw no one lose a job or endanger others or equipment because of "sweaty hands". Furthermore, the concept that people's palm sweat when they are nervous is so firmly entrenched in the working world that your condition is very likely to pass unnoticed. Drying one's hands before accepting a handshake or touching another's work is considered a sign of respectful behavior in many circles.
Reply:Home wiring would be your most dangerous activity, probably. Even then , no one should ever come in contact with a hot wire. If you wind up as an electronics designer, most fields use low voltages. (except TVs, radar, etc.)

I want to join The Marines but I have hyperhidrosis should I still join?

2009-11-20T03:46:00.001-08:00

I really want to serve in the Marines it has been my dream but the problem is that I have hyperhidrosis and I don't if its a good idea to join. I am in pretty good shape I run, Lift weights and do lots of situps and pushups.

I want to join The Marines but I have hyperhidrosis should I still join?
Lose weight, drink plenty of water and buy some baby powder, you'll be fine.

I got sweaty palms, pits, feet and groin (don't we all?), but I don't need to go to some doctor for some nonexistent problem. I could only see this limiting you if you allow it to.

Another thing... if you join they are gunna put you in a cold room in your boxers at MEPS, everyone is cold, just don't show it. This is the only time I could imagine anyone discovering this HH problem.

Again, drink water, LOTS.
Reply:Well that depends, what the heck is hyperhidrosis? If you're in good shape and this HH isn't too dependant on anything, you're probably fine for joining.
Reply:If you really want to be a marine as you state stop asking this question stop knowing it may be a condition. I had and have two seperate conditions that would have kept me out of the military. Kept my mouth shut no problems since. And both problems were addressed in my civilian medical records beforehand. So don't tell anyone even the recruiter who you may think is trying to help you.

What is the deifference between SWEATY PALMS and PALMAR HYPERHIDROSIS?

2009-11-20T03:46:00.000-08:00

What is the difference between SWEATY PALMS and PALMAR HYPERHIDROSIS? I'm confused with the clashing data i've gathered. Some say the two are just the same, some say not. TT__TT"

What is the deifference between SWEATY PALMS and PALMAR HYPERHIDROSIS?
same thing. Botox injections work miracles for this condition
Reply:They are the same - sweaty palms is the layman term and palmar hyperhidrosis is the medical term for the same thing.

Does anyone know any non-surgical treatments for hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:45:00.003-08:00

I have hyperhidrosis affecting my hands and torso area. Does anyone know any non-surgical treatments for this condition?

Does anyone know any non-surgical treatments for hyperhidrosis?
My friend has the same problem she went to her doctor and they gave her some type of medication you should ask your doctor if he/she has any. You can also use talc or baby powder on the area for a temporary fix. Also check out this site for more medications that could work.
Reply:do you consider botox surgical? I heard botox treatments can alleviate hyperhidrosis. it is temporary though
Reply:I have been having ur experiences too...

Just check your blood pressure on one of those BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKER at malls...

You will see if your diebetic....

sage

Does this surgery really work 4 people w/ hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:45:00.002-08:00

hi, i have a condition called hyperhidrosis and i was going to get botox injections to treat this but then i found out about this surgery called sweat gland suction it is similiar to liposuction and i heard it has a 95% success rate and doesnt have bad side effects + gives permanent dryness. has anyone gotten this or does anyone know more about it? if you know about this, can you please answer my questions at the bottom?

-how much does this cost?

-is it risky?

-does it really work well?

-i heard you have to get stiches in your underarms. will this permanently damage your underarms and leave any scarring or discoloration?

i would appreciate any help because i really want to get this done if it works but i need more information. please respond if you can + thanks 4 reading this! :)

Does this surgery really work 4 people w/ hyperhidrosis?
Hi,

I coincidentally have just had this surgery on Tuesday this week. So far so good. The procedure was uncomfortable, which i expected, I have three small incisions in my arm pit. They weren't stitched, the middle incisions I could hardly see. I believe they will heal quite well. I am quite bruised at the moment and tender but each day they feel much better. I expected to be more uncomfortable. The cost was $1520. The procedure performed by a dermatologist in Sydney. I haven't been able to wear a dressing as I had a reaction to it, but there is no more blood. I was able to were a t-shirt yesterday that I usually have to take off about 20 minutes after putting it on. So at the moment I would do it all again.

Hope this helps.

Is it normal not to pee after the hyperhidrosis surgery?

2009-11-20T03:45:00.001-08:00

Please help!

My husband had a hyperhidrosis surgery today. He wants to pee but can't is it normal and how he can make it to pee?

Thanks a lot everyone.

Is it normal not to pee after the hyperhidrosis surgery?
Not normally.

But that also depends on where abouts on his body they performed the surgery.

He could be avoiding peeing because of the pain in his body. Or the most simplest answer is if he had pain killers specifically such as Morphine or Pethadine.

These have the side effect in some people of effecting temporarily the part of the brain that gives the signal for the bladder to relax and let go of the urine.

It does where off. But in the mean time he needs to void.

Try the running water trick while he's SITTING on the loo. He needs to relax as much as possible and NOT THINK about voiding. Run the water in a tap close by or even from a jug to bowl and back again. Keep it up as it can take a long time.

Give him a mag or book to read also.

Chat to him.

Anything to get his mind off of doing what he's there for.

If he still has trouble peeing in 6 hours or if his bladder is distended to the point where he looks as if he is pregnant then you need to get to the ER for him to have an in/out cathater placed.

Does this surgery really work 4 people with hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-20T03:45:00.000-08:00

Has anyone ever used maxim to treat hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-16T04:22:00.000-08:00

my entire family has suffered with hyperhidrosis and i am on medication that has a side effect of sweating so its even worse for me! i cant wear any shirts besides white ones and even then you can tell on some. there is no odor at all just sweat! a friend of mine was talking about maxim and gave me the website to look it up to read about it. of course all the testimony's there make it sound wonderful. ive used lots off different kinds of anitperspirants and nothing works.. i just find it hard to believe that this one will be the miracle stick that ive been looking for! ive also read that people dont use it every day... so does that mean that you can use regular stuff on the other days? has anyone ever used it and successfully stopped sweating? please please help.. or give me any tips that could help me... thanks so much.. (secret platinum and clinical strenght hasnt worked for me either... just so you dont suggest those lol) thanks again!

Has anyone ever used maxim to treat hyperhidrosis?
Maxim does work pretty well, but irritation can occur.

If you've used drysol then you know that with continued use, a rash can break out.

However, I can't disqualify Maxim's benefits. They have a ton of product varieties including facial wipes that work wonderfully on facial sweating.

alstroemeria

The book stop sweating start living for hyperhidrosis??

2009-11-16T04:21:00.003-08:00

on friday i started using the tips in the book stop sweating and start living. i have hyperhidrosis and ive tried EVERYTHING and so i was hoping this book would work. for some reason it seems that i sweat alot more then i used to. does this mean it's working? is it like releasing sweat glands or somthing? can you please tell me what i'm doing wrong?

i would like answers from people who have this problem or have read the book. thanks!!!!!!!

The book stop sweating start living for hyperhidrosis??
Hello,

I have read the book and used the method successfully.

Yes, the initial increase in sweating is normal when you begin the program. Also you may notice a good deal more body odor than you are used to.

The reason for this is because the armpit sweat glands were so clogged up after years of using aluminum-based antiperspirants. They are currenly unclogging, just as you had suspected.

Also, be sure that you're exfoliating (scrubbing) the armpit with a natural loofah. And make sure that you're not using traditional antiperspirants anymore.

One thing that helped me was what's called a "Salt Crystal Antiperspirant." Just do a Yahoo! Search for it.

Also, make sure that you're getting plenty of exercise. At least every other day you need to do about 30 minutes of jogging, lifting, biking, basketball, something.

And your diet is extremely important as well.

I did the "Stop Sweating Start Living" thing and it didn't work for me. I was doing it for weeks..Nothing.

But then I implemented some other changes, like the ones I wrote about above. Lifting, eating well, and balance is very important. If you're not doing some sort of relaxation everyday, whether Yoga, meditation, or just breathing and walking, then stopping sweat is going to be harder and take longer.

Trust me, I've been there.

Keep up the good work.

Anyone know what kind of Dr. Treat Hyperhidrosis?

2009-11-16T04:21:00.002-08:00

My Dr. checked with a dermatologist friend and she doesn't treat it. I just need to know what kind of Dr. can treat it. For those of you that do not know what hyperhidrosis is; it's a diagnosis for people with excess sweat problems

Anyone know what kind of Dr. Treat Hyperhidrosis?
Dermatologist or Neurologist. Possibly a Surgeon.

The initial treatment for hyperhidrosis is usually medical and does not involve surgery. There are ointments and salves available (i.e., Drysol) that are astringents that tend to dry up the sweat glands. Another treatment is iontopheresis. This consists of a treatment of electrical stimulation, usually in the hands. Patients place their hands in a bath through which an electrical current is passed. This treatment tends to "stun" the sweat glands and can decrease the secretion of sweat for periods of 6 hours to one week. One of the most recent treatments proposed is the injection of botulinum toxin (Botox) into the area of excessive sweating. This is a toxin that affects nerve endings and decreases the transmission of the nerve impulses to the sweat glands thus resulting in decreased sweating. It generally requires several injections in the palms or underarms and it remains effective from one to six months. Repeated injections are nearly always required to maintain an adequate level of dryness.

In addition to the above treatments, many medicines have been utilized with varying success. These include both sedatives (in those patients with stress-induced hyperhidrosis) and medications that affect the nervous system. A family practitioner or internist often begins the initial treatment for hyperhidrosis. Cases not responding to simple treatment regimens are often then referred to a specialist such as a dermatologist or neurologist. In general, surgery is contemplated only when the less invasive medical treatments have failed to provide adequate treatment.
Reply:Go to an internist, a general praticener, there is a prescribtion pill foe this, I don't understand why that Dermatologist could not write a scrib for that.
Reply:As a healthcare provider I have no idea why a dermatologist would not treat this. However, I usually order a product called Drysol (it needs a script) Consult someone else....there it drug treatment available.

Is drysol or other products that cures hyperhidrosis available in philippines?

2009-11-16T04:21:00.001-08:00

im only 16 but im already suffering from hyperhidrosis,i cant live like this..plss i need your help! help me find anything that can cure my suffering..

Is drysol or other products that cures hyperhidrosis available in philippines?
You would need to ask a doctor that question;

What do you think about dermatologists? can they help my hyperhidrosis problem?

2009-11-16T04:21:00.000-08:00

What do you think about dermatologists? can they help my hyperhidrosis problem?

2009-11-16T04:20:00.002-08:00

I am having problems with hyperhidrosis. I was thinking about going to a dermatologist, instead of a regular family doctor, and was wondering if it was easy to schedule an appointment with them. Also, i was wondering if they are able to help with hyperhidrosis problems or if it would just be a waste of my money and time.

What do you think about dermatologists? can they help my hyperhidrosis problem?
There are other treatments you can try before you opt for surgery. These include special antiperspirants, medications, electric current, and botox. Dermatologists can treat hyperhidrosis.

These are some discussion forums:

http://www.excessive-sweating.net/sweati...

This is from the National Institutes of Health:

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/...

Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperhidros...

Internatinal Hyperhidrosis Society:

http://www.sweathelp.org/English/

Medicine.net

http://www.medicinenet.com/hyperhidrosis...

emedicine:

http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic893.h...
Reply:i think it would be best to go to a dermatolagist, but it may take a long time to make an appointment.
Reply:Hyperhydrosis ( excessive sweating) is an autonomic

problem , not a skin problem as many might think.

your proper route should be to your family doctor who will refer you to a thoracic surgeon.

thoracic surgeons are the ones who treat hyperhydrosis by a simple surgical procedure to interrupt the excessive sympathetic input that results in excessive sewating.

hope this helps!

Iman Ashour M.D
Reply:Hyperhidrosis is a serious medical condition that requires treatment from an experienced medical professional.

First, learn about Choosing Your Doctor and the types of doctors who treat hyperhidrosis, their specialties, and the treatments they are likely to be able to provide. The type of doctor you choose, or choose to start with, will depend upon the severity of your sweating and your previous experiences with treatments.

I'm afraid I might have hyperhidrosis. Please Help!?

2009-11-16T04:20:00.001-08:00

My hands and feet get really sweaty. I noticed they only sweat when I think about my hands. Once they start sweating they dont stop. I'm afraid I might have hyperhidrosis but I heard it could be from hormones and i'm 14. But I wanna know if its temporary or permanent, because i'm going into high school and its really embarrassing. If someone knows how to stop it please let me know. Any advice on what do to would be greatly appreciated.

I'm afraid I might have hyperhidrosis. Please Help!?
Hyperhidrosis can be caused by food allergies, or a mineral/vitamin deficiency. I had it for a long time before learning this.

Check out this article about hyperhidrosis, grains, and sugars. Scroll about halfway down the page.

http://www.mercola.com/2004/aug/14/exces...

I had hyperhidrosis and other symptoms for many years. I tried all the usual treatments including ETS surgery, prescriptions, antiperspirants, botox, etc. The surgery was most helpful but several years later hyperhidrosis began to return.

This year I was diagnosed with food allergies due to celiac disease. I eliminated wheat, dairy, and sugar from my diet. I stopped all prescriptions and began taking supplements for B vitamins and magnesium.

You can see the rest of the story here:

http://www.esfbchannel.com/phpBB2/viewto...
Reply:You're 14? Welcome to puberty.

Everyone goes through various ordeals, be it sweating, BO, lust, pubic hair, etc, etc, etc.

Everyone gets worried, everyone is embarrassed over something.

Don't worry. :-)
Reply:Consult a Dr.

there is an operation for this but I'm sure it costs thousands, I saw it on one of news shows last yr. I think the take out a gland or something not 100% on that so google it to make sure how operation works, I knew a girl who had sweaty palms she would just wash them alot %26amp; carry a few small wash clothes with you to school in pocket or say back pack that you can discreetly dry your hand with from time to time,rubbing alcohol is also good for drying skin on a temp. basis %26amp; killing germs which may keep palms/feet from getting stinky with all that sweat gong on. Oh %26amp; try gold bond med. powder for feet in socks,

Good luck
Reply:I have hyperhidrosis too. I'm 16 and I've had this problem my whole life. I KNOW hoe embarrassing it is! I'm in high school and I have to put up with it every day.

I started usind a prescription drug called Drysol. But I think it's bad for you and it kind of hurts. But ask you doctor about it.

I also tried accupuncture (scary)! This is a chinese treatment and they stick tons of hair size needles in certain places. And this did nothing for me. But it works for some, so it might be worht a try. It doesn't hurt at all, but I'm just affraid of neeldes.

Then I used these pills my doctor prescribed. They work great! I stopped sweating completely but they cost a fortune!!! And they give you a dry mouth. (I also had insomnia, one of the side affects) but only once. So ask your doctor about these.

I am 18 and have severe hyperhidrosis of the armpits. What should I try?

2009-11-16T04:20:00.000-08:00

I have suffered from hyperhidrosis since the age of 12. I used aluminum chloride for 4 years and it worked well, until one day it just quit. Since then I have tried oral medication, other types of antipersperints, and botox 3 times. Nothing seems to help. Surgery is not an option for me. Just wondered if anyone had any ideas in helping me with this daily struggle of hiding my sweat marks. Thanks.

I am 18 and have severe hyperhidrosis of the armpits. What should I try?
I am 20 yrs old and I've suffered from hyperhidrosis of the feet, hands, and underarms since I was about 12 as well, and just recently I had botox injections in both my feet and underarms. Since it is really too soon to tell if the injections have worked, I really cannot comment on it.

But to address your question, the one deodorant that has helped me to a certain extent with this problem is called Mitchum. If you haven't already tried it, you may want to try it out to see if it gives you a little relief with the sweating.
Reply:My boyfriend has hyperhydrosis of his armpits, hands, and feet. He has not found anything to help with the hands or feet but for the armpits he uses Certain Dri. I'm not sure if this is the same as aluminum choloride but from what he and others have said, when used properly (as per directions) this seems to work wonders. Good luck!
Reply:I'm sorry to hear that. I had heard that botox works, but apparently in our case it didn't. Good luck.
Reply:I'm 20 and experienced hyperhidrosis of the armpits from the age of 12 to 19. i used the aluminum chloride stuff too. it worked for a while, then didn't after a while. i believe it is caused by hormonal imbalances. i no longer have a problem with this condition. I know it will be hard, but just tough it out. Maybe your case will be the same to where it may pass. Good luck. Also you may want to talk to the doctor about alternative medications. I used Drysol.