Are You Sweating Too Much? Learn more about treating hyperhidrosis

Sweating is normal and necessary to help regulate body temperature, but excessive sweating can be a sign of a condition called hyperhidrosis. People with hyperhidrosis may produce up to 4-5 times the amount of sweat required to cool the body. This condition has been estimated to affect between 2-5% of the population.

If you are dealing with excessive sweating there are a few options to consider. First, an antiperspirant containing aluminum can be considered and can be more effective if applied at night. There are other treatment options to consider, both in office or at home, but Botox injections are one of the most effective.

Botox is FDA approved to treat excessive axilla or underarm sweating but may also be used “off label” in other areas such as palms of the hands. Botox works by temporarily blocking the nerve signal responsible for producing sweat. The effect can last 4-12 months and there is over 80% reduction in sweat. Most people comment they are completely dry and it is one of the treatments I perform with consistently high patient satisfaction!