Treatment for Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis) in Brooklyn, NY & Upper East Side, NY

Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by excessive sweating, affecting specific areas like the hands, feet, armpits, face, and genital region, or it can be widespread across the body. The cause of hyperhidrosis is often unclear, though it frequently runs in families and starts in childhood.

Individuals with hyperhidrosis might experience sweating that is localized to certain body parts or generalized. The excessive moisture can lead to skin becoming pale, wrinkled, or red and irritated, and might also produce an unpleasant odor. This condition can significantly impact a person's confidence and comfort, particularly in social settings.

 

Causes of Hyperhidrosis

When hyperhidrosis is linked to another medical condition, it is referred to as secondary hyperhidrosis. Possible underlying causes include:

• Anxiety disorders
• Diabetes
• Heart disease
• Hormonal fluctuations
• Gout
• Fluctuations in blood sugar levels
• Certain medications

Primary or focal hyperhidrosis, where the excessive sweating is not due to an underlying health condition, usually affects the hands, feet, underarms, head, and face symmetrically. It's thought that this type of hyperhidrosis may be due to overactive nerves.

 

Treatment Options at Kleydman Dermatology

The treatment for hyperhidrosis varies based on its intensity and may include:

• Prescription-strength antiperspirants
• Medications to reduce sweating or inhibit sweat gland stimulation
• Botox® injections, particularly in the armpits, to block the nerves responsible for sweating. Each treatment can provide relief for up to six months.

In extreme cases, surgery might be necessary to either remove the sweat glands or sever the nerves controlling them. This is typically a last resort after other treatments have proven ineffective. Surgery can lead to compensatory sweating in other body areas later on.

Schedule Your Consultation in Brooklyn, NY & Upper East Side, NY

For those seeking assistance with hyperhidrosis in Brooklyn, NY & Upper East Side, NY, please contact Kleydman Dermatology to set up a consultation with our board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Kleydman.