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Hyperhidrosis

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A condition where a person sweats excessively, usually from the hands, armpits, and feet, even when the temperature is cool.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Baby
0-2
Very common
Toddler
3-5
Very common
Preteen
6-13
Very common
Teenager
14-18
Very common
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

Symptoms

Excessive sweating
Excessive sweating, made worse by emotional stress

Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Hyperhidrosis
Glycopyrrolate
5
5 reviews
Antiperspirant

Procedures

Ratings show how effective doctors think these procedures are at treating Hyperhidrosis

Surgery

Video assisted thoracic sympathectomy
EMDA

Tests

Paper test
Starch iodine test

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what treatment options are available for hyperhidrosis?

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I have hyperhidrosis, but only in my nether regions. What can I do to cure this?

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What treatment is best to totality eliminate Axillary hyperhidrosis?

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Is there any cure for hyperhidrosis? Home remedy or surgery procedures?

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When I get treated for hyperhidrosis, will I burn the fat when I sweat during exercise?

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I suffer from hyperhidrosis and sialorrhea. Are these two related? I have researched both and have the symptoms of both.

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How long does it take botox for palmar hyperhidrosis to work?

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Is botox an effective treatment for hyperhidrosis and should I be concerned about side effects?

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I'm considering Botox for my palmar hyperhidrosis, is there any long term complications I need to be aware of?

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A 20-year old male asked:

I use drysol for hyperhidrosis & sometimes it controls the sweating. I've also taken Glycopyrollate PO, it worked but caused side effects. Any ideas?

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