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Hyperhidrosis FAQ

Hyperhidrosis FAQ

Hyperhidrosis has not been fully understood even by those are have suffered from the condition for decades. However, knowledge of this widespread malady continue to evolve as medical science and studies improve. I have decided to put together an FAQ section covering some of the most basic questions about hyperhidrosis that everyone should know. These are the basic questions that may help you determine if you are indeed suffering from excessive sweating and what type of hyperhidrosis is affecting you. I hope you find all the answers you are looking for in this section. I have strived to learn as much as possible from this condition ever since my early twenties and I will continue studying the causes and cures of hyperhidrosis for years to come in order to help others who are plagued with this peculiar abnormality.

Q. What is Hyperhidrosis?

A. A very fundamental questions indeed. Not many people are aware of what hyperhidrosis is and instead they go about referring to their condition simply as excessive sweating. While hyperhidrosis is indeed the medical term given to excessive sweating, there is more to it than just that. What we need to understand about hyperhidrosis is that the excessive sweating occurs in the palms of the hands, the soles of the feet, under the arms and can even occur in the forehead and facial blushing. It is a serious matter which affects over 1% of the world's population and almost 3% of Americans.

It is unknown why people develop this condition. Some feel it is hereditary while many will argue it. However the source of hyperhidrosis is dependant upon the sympathetic nervous system and whether or not it is secreting just the right amount of prespiration to cool the body down.

Ultimately, hyperhidrosis can lead to some rather ackward and embarassing moments, especially when shaking hands with friends or business associates. It can even lead to nervousness and anxiety when meeting or greeting others for fear of rejection.

Q. Can hyperhidrosis be controlled, cured or treated?

A. Absolutely. There are vast number of ways to treat and even permanently get rid of hyperhidrosis and are increasing by the year. These options can range from herbal remedies to topical applications, oral medication and even surgery. There are also some amazing alternative remedies to cure hyperhidrosis that have worked for many people.

The most popular cures for hyperhidrosis right now is ETS surgery where the actual nerve triggering the excessive sweating is removed. However, the risks involved and the high cost of surgery tends to scare people away although many celebrities are doing it. There are also focal injections which disrupt the signal to the sweat glands from the sympathetic nervous system which will help reduce the amount of prespiration secreted. Among others are topical applications such as chemical antiperspirants and powders plus oral medications to help treat the critical foundation.

Q. What are the different types of hyperhidrosis?

A. There are two types of hyperhidrosis which are then broken down further into four other categories.

Primary hyperhidrosis is the most common type and can be present from early childhood or mid puberty. It is not caused by any type of disease or medical treatment, it simply just happens to over 1% of the population without notice.

The second type is called secondary hyperhidrosis which again involves excessive sweating although this condition is caused by unrelated medical treatments or maladies such as menopause. The medication used to treat other conditions may have serious side effects which can lead to excessive sweating. However, the symptoms tend to go away upon stopping medication.

Palmar hyperhidrosis is the medical name give to excessive sweaty hands.

Plantar hyperhidrosis is the name associated with excessive sweaty feet.

Axillary hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating from the armpits.

Facial hyperhidrosis is diagnosed as excessive sweating from the face or forehead.