Underarm perspiration, otherwise known by its medical term hyperhidrosis, is a result of an over-activity of sweat glands. The uncontrolled working of the nervous system may also cause profuse underarm sweating.
Besides the underarms, Hyperhidrosis also takes place in different areas of the body such as the face, hands and feet. However, profuse underarm sweating [...]
Hyperhidrosis is a condition in which a person experiences excessive sweating in their hands (palmar hyperhidrosis), underarms (axillary), face and/or feet (plantar). Everyone perspires more when they get nervous or excited or when they exercise, but people with this condition perspire excessively, often for no apparent reason.
The sympathetic nervous system, which controls involuntary responses [...]
Medical treatment for hyperhidrosis typically involves careful assessment by a qualified dermatologist. At first the dermatologist may prescribe lotions or powders to try and mitigate the profuse sweating of the palms and/or underarms.
The surgical procedure to treat hyperhidrosis is called “video-assisted thoracic sympathectomy.” General anesthesia is give to patients who undergo this particular procedure. The [...]