WHAT IS EXCESSIVE SWEATING (HYPERHIDROSIS)?
Excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, is a dermatological disorder that can occur in any part of the body and negatively affects daily life. There are many different reasons. It is a disease in which the individual sweats constantly, even at rest and in non-hot weather. There are many different methods for the treatment of this disorder. The most appropriate method should be decided by your dermatologist after a detailed examination.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF EXCESSIVE SWEATING (HYPERHIDROSIS) AND WHO CAN SEE IT?
The problem of excessive sweating usually occurs in a fixed area. It does not cause any side disease. However, some diseases and the medications required for these diseases can cause excessive sweating. Examples of these diseases are diseases such as overactivity of the thyroid gland, and some cancers such as Lymphoma, Tuberculosis, AIDS, Pheochromocytoma, and heart valve inflammations. Excessive sweating can be seen in anyone, whether male or female. It occurs equally frequently in men and women. Although complaints decrease in adulthood, they usually last a lifetime. It may occur due to genetic factors. Sweating in the palms and soles of the feet usually begins in childhood. It is known that underarm and facial sweating usually begin during adolescence.
HOW IS EXCESSIVE SWEATING (HYPERHIDROSIS) TREATED?
Many different methods are used in the treatment of excessive sweating. Which of these treatments will be applied is decided after a detailed dermatologist examination. Excessive sweating treatments can be summarized as follows:
• Topical creams: Some creams containing 20% aluminum chloride and 6.25% aluminum tetrachloride may be preferred in patients with mild sweating complaints. These creams reduce sweat secretion by preventing the sweat glands from secreting. It is the first choice for patients who complain of excessive sweating. It is especially effective in patients with excessive sweating in the armpit.
• Drug treatments: Some drugs containing glycopyrrolate and oxybutynin can be used in excessive sweating disease. Side effects of these medications include dry mouth, visual impairment, and difficulty urinating. For this reason, it is not preferred much.
• Iontophoresis: It is the method of applying current to the hands and feet in water with the help of an electrode. It prevents excessive sweat secretion by blocking sweat glands in the applied area. It is especially preferred for hand and foot sweating. Three weeks; It starts with application 5 days a week. Each session lasts 20 - 40 minutes. After 15 sessions, session frequencies are reduced and when effectiveness is achieved, sessions are continued every 10 days.
• Botox: Botulinum toxin is applied to the area with excessive sweating. It is an effective method, especially for patients with sweating in the armpit and hand-foot area. It can also be used for other regions. The applied botulinum toxin acts by blocking some substances that cause sweat secretion from the sweat glands. The effect begins to be seen 4-5 days after the application. Its effectiveness continues for approximately 4 to 6 months. The process can be repeated when sweating begins. The most common side effect is temporary muscle weakness, but it is quite rare. It is a comfortable application. Especially applying botox to the armpit area at the beginning of summer prevents the wet appearance of the armpits throughout the summer.
• Surgical methods: Removal of sweat glands (in armpit sweating); Removal of the nerves that play a role in sweating or placement of clips (Sympathectomy) may be performed.
The duration of your stay is Assoc. Dr. It is determined by Ezgi ÖZKUR.
No, it won't pass. Symptoms ease with age. But unless treated, the disease continues. Therefore, it is a situation that must be kept under control.
It is usually seen in people between the ages of 18-25. It is equally distributed among men and women.
After a detailed examination, there are treatments that can be done at home. However, it is necessary to consult a specialist for this examination and the determination of the drugs to be used afterward.
No its not. Excessive sweating disease requires detailed examination. After the examination, the person's treatment method is determined by the dermatologist. Assoc. Dr. Ezgi ÖZKUR closely follows the most advanced diagnosis and treatment methods. In this way, the right steps are taken before and after the treatment.