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Hyperhidrosis
Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by excessive sweating. The sweating can affect just one specific area (Focal hyperhidrosis) or the whole body (Generalized hyperhidrosis). There are basically two types of Hyperhidrosis which are
• Primary idiopathic hyperhidrosis
• Secondary hyperhidrosis
Causes of Primary idiopathic hyperhidrosis are not well-known while the causes of secondary hyperhidrosis include
o Spinal cord injury
o Alcohol abuse
o Anxiety
o Diabetes
o Gout
o Heart disease
o Hyperthyroidism –
o Obesity
o Parkinson's disease
o Pregnancy
o Respiratory failure
o Shingles
o Some cancers, such as Hodgkin's disease
o Some infections - HIV, malaria, TB (tuberculosis)
o Certain medications
o Substance abuse
Treatment of hyperhidrosis include the following means
- Antiperspirants
- Armpit shields
- Clothing styles
- Shoes (synthetic recommended)
- Socks
Medical treatments for hyperhidrosis include:
- Iontophoresis – The process by which a painless electric current is passed through the hands and feet which are submerged in a bowl of water for a period of 20-30 minutes.
- Botulinum toxin – A Botox injections that blocks the nerves that trigger the sweat glands.
- Anticholinergic drugs - These medications inhibit the transmission of parasympathetic nerve impulses and prevent hyperhidrosis.
- ETS (Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy) – In this method the nerves that carry messages to the sweat glands are cut.
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