Skin Diseases

Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)

What is Hyperhidrosis?

Increased sweating, usually in a specific area, without sufficient heat stimulation to warrant sweating, is called hyperhidrosis.

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What are the Causes of Excessive Sweating (hyperhidrosis)?

Excessive sweating may be due to genetic factors. This type of excessive sweating has no underlying disease and is called primary type. Primary type excessive sweating is seen in approximately 5% of the population. Its severity increases even more in situations such as excitement and stress and negatively affects social life.

For example, a student with excessive sweating gets his/her exam papers wet or torn, a health personnel has difficulty wearing gloves, a business person avoids shaking hands or changes his/her clothing preferences, a person with excessive sweating in the armpit area may hesitate to wear solid colored clothes regardless of summer or winter. This type of excessive sweating usually disappears during sleep, and the severity of complaints decreases in calm situations without stress. Sometimes excessive sweating may be due to an underlying disease or certain habits.

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Factors Triggering Secondary Type Sweating

Intense consumption of hot or spicy food

Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland),

Diabetes (Diabetes)

Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia),

Heavy caffeine consumption

Heart diseases

Cancer

Menopause

Stress

Exercise

Alcohol use

High fever

It can occur for reasons such as obesity.

How is excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) treated?

Consultation and Evaluation

Treatment of excessive sweating is planned according to the individual patient's condition. Before starting treatment, the patient's medical history is evaluated and the severity of sweating and affected areas are determined. During the consultation process, the most appropriate treatment options are determined individually for the patient.

Medical and Alternative Treatment Options

In the treatment of excessive sweating, different methods can be applied according to the needs of the patient. In the first stage, medications in the form of antiperspirant creams can be used. The aluminum chloride in these creams reduces sweating by temporarily blocking the sweat glands. In addition, sweating in areas such as hands and feet can be controlled by iontophoresis method.

Advanced and Surgical Treatment Options

When creams and iontophoresis are not sufficient, toxin applications can temporarily stop the activity of sweat glands. In more advanced cases, surgical methods may be considered. However, there are still some doubts about the safety of aluminum chloride and preservatives in antiperspirant creams. Although no direct association with breast cancer has been shown, it is recommended to be careful with the use of such products and not to apply them unnecessarily for long periods of time.

Is Sweating Treatment Painful?

Anesthetic cream is applied to prevent pain during the application. The procedure takes about 15-20 minutes and the effect lasts for about 4 months.

What are the Prices for Sweating Treatment?

The sweating treatment plan is made after the examination with your doctor. The price is determined after the examination according to the type and amount of treatment to be applied.
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