What is Excess Sweating?
Excess sweating, medically known as hyperhidrosis, is a condition characterised by abnormal, excessive sweating that isn’t necessarily related to heat or exercise. Hyperhidrosis can significantly disrupt daily activities and cause social anxiety or discomfort. This condition can affect specific areas such as the underarms, palms, soles, or even the entire body, leading to continuous and often uncontrollable sweating.
What Causes Excess Sweating?
Hyperhidrosis can be primary or secondary. Primary hyperhidrosis has no discernible medical cause, but it is believed to be linked to overactivity in the sympathetic nervous system, explicitly affecting glands responsible for sweat. Secondary hyperhidrosis, on the other hand, can be attributed to various medical conditions such as diabetes, thyroid problems, and certain infections, or it may be induced by medications.
Signs and Symptoms
The signs and symptoms of excess sweating include:
- Visible excessive sweating that may soak through clothing
- Sweating that disrupts normal daily activities
- Skin problems, including infections
- Social withdrawal and emotional distress due to self-consciousness
- Cold and clammy hands
Treatment for Sweating at Pulse Light Clinic
At Pulse Light Clinic, we understand the challenges posed by hyperhidrosis and offer a tailored treatment to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life:
- Injectables: These injections temporarily block the nerves that cause sweating. This treatment is particularly effective for sweating in the underarms, hands, feet, and face.
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