The condition which causes excessive sweating is defined as
Hyperhidrosis. Research shows that about 4% of the population has
symptoms which are typical to hyperhidrosis. The symptoms which include
sweaty face, hands, feet and palms can be a reason of embarrassment and
social issues. Everyday existence can be challenging for a person
suffering from this condition and physical proximity could be
challenging. Yet, this condition can be cured and all these issues can
be easily avoided.
What causes Hyperhidrosis?
Hyperdidrosis is a medical condition that needs serious and focused
handling and it will not go away if you think that it is something that
can be ignored.
The hypothalamus – a part of the brain – is responsible for all sweat
related functions. The sweat glands, which are responsible for
producing sweat, are triggered by the hypothalamus which sends signals
to it via nerves. In normal circumstances, a person would sweat when
there is warmth or when the person undergoes any physical activity. As
opposed to this, the sweat glands of a person suffering from
hyperhidrosis produces surplus of sweat always.
Types of Hyperhidrosis
There are two main categories into which hyperhidrosis can be divided
into – primary hyperhidrosis or focal hyperhidrosis and secondary or
generalized hyperhidrosis.
. Primary or Focal Hyperhidrosis. Suffers of primary or focal
hyperhidrosis complain of excessive sweating around the arm area, hands,
feet and even the face. This kind of hyperhidrosis is triggered by
problems in the nervous system, hence the sweat glands end up producing
excessive sweat.
. Secondary of Generalized Hyperhidrosis. As the name suggests, this
kind of hyperhidrosis causes excessive sweating across the whole body.
This condition results from some health conditions such as metabolic
disorders, neurological disorders and menopause.
How to treat hyperhidrosis?
The good news is that hyperhidrosis can be treated. Simple lifestyle
changes like using antiperspirants , wearing comfortable and loose
clothing, avoiding clothing like nylon, lycra and a diet which excludes
spicy food can cure mild cases of hyperhidrosis. Keeping yourself clean
and following simple hygiene norms can offer respite to the condition.
The odds change however if a person is suffering from severe
hyperhidrosis. This happens when a person is sweating excessively. One
common treatment process is electrical stimulation or Iontophoresis
which consists of approximately four sessions per week and a maintenance
treatment every four weeks. This treatment albeit has its limitations.
Botox injections – which is considered as a treatment might be
successful in reducing armpit sweating. Botox simply stops the sweat
glands form producing sweat and hence less sweat but it comes with
associate side effects like freezing muscles in the injected area. And
since the effect wears off in a few hours making the treatment
repetitive.
Besides these two treatment options surgery and medication can also
be considered and the best option can only be decided upon consultation
with a doctor.
A long-term solution for hyperhidrosis should address the internal
causes of excessive sweating by tackling all hyperhidrosis contributing
factors. Only by controlling the nutritional, hormonal, psychological
and environmental triggers of hyperhidrosis, using a multidimensional
and holistic approach to healing you can reverse the “internal excessive
sweating environment”- the only, safe, natural and effective way you
could ever achieve lasting hyperhidrosis freedom.
This article is based on the book, “Sweat Miracle”
by Miles Dawson. Miles is an author, researcher, nutritionist and
health consultant who dedicated his life to creating the ultimate
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of excessive sweating and naturally and dramatically improve the overall
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