Hiperpotliwość
Charakterystyka, pielęgnacja i opieka

Hiperpotliwość (hyperhidrosis) to schorzenie charakteryzujące się nadmiernym wydzielaniem potu, przekraczającym potrzeby termoregulacyjne organizmu, dotykające 1-5% populacji. Wyróżnia się hiperpotliwość pierwotną (idiopatyczną), zwykle ogniskową, pojawiającą się przed 25. rokiem życia, oraz wtórną, uogólnioną, związaną z chorobami systemowymi (np. nadczynność tarczycy, cukrzyca, choroba Parkinsona). Diagnostyka opiera się na wywiadzie, badaniach potowych (test jodowo-skrobiowy, test przewodnictwa skóry) oraz wykluczeniu chorób podstawowych. Objawy obejmują symetryczne, obfite pocenie się, niezależne od temperatury i aktywności, z możliwymi zmianami skórnymi. Hiperpotliwość znacząco obniża jakość życia, powodując dyskomfort fizyczny, zaburzenia lękowe, izolację społeczną i obniżoną samoocenę.

Hiperpotliwość – wprowadzenie

Hiperpotliwość (łac. hyperhidrosis) to schorzenie charakteryzujące się nadmiernym wydzielaniem potu, przewyższającym fizjologiczne potrzeby organizmu związane z termoregulacją. Dotyka około 1-5% populacji globalnie i może występować jako nadmierne pocenie się całego ciała lub ograniczać się do określonych obszarów, najczęściej rąk, stóp, pach, twarzy i głowy12. Hiperpotliwość może mieć znaczący negatywny wpływ na jakość życia, zarówno w aspekcie społecznym, jak i zawodowym, powodując większe obciążenie psychologiczne niż inne choroby skóry, takie jak atopowe zapalenie skóry, trądzik, łuszczyca czy trądzik różowaty3.

Klasyfikacja hiperpotliwości

Hiperpotliwość klasyfikuje się jako pierwotną (idiopatyczną) lub wtórną, co ma istotne znaczenie w procesie diagnostycznym i terapeutycznym4. Pierwotna hiperpotliwość (ogniskowa) zwykle pojawia się w dzieciństwie lub okresie dojrzewania, bez określonej przyczyny, a jej objawy są bardziej zlokalizowane. Wtórna hiperpotliwość (uogólniona) występuje najczęściej jako skutek uboczny stosowania leków lub w przebiegu schorzeń systemowych, zwłaszcza neurologicznych56.

Patofizjologia hiperpotliwości

Hiperpotliwość jest wynikiem nadmiernej aktywności gruczołów potowych. W przypadku hiperpotliwości pierwotnej dochodzi do nadmiernej stymulacji receptorów cholinergicznych na gruczołach ekrynowych7. Gruczoły ekrynowe są skoncentrowane w określonych obszarach ciała, takich jak pachy, dłonie, podeszwy stóp i twarz, dlatego te miejsca są najczęściej dotknięte hiperpotliwością8.

Za nadmierną potliwość odpowiada zwykle nadaktywność nerwów współczulnych, które kontrolują gruczoły apokrynowe i ekrynowe. Gruczoły ekrynowe odpowiadają za wydzielanie potu na całym ciele, a gdy łańcuch współczulny jest nadaktywny, prowadzi to do nadmiernego pocenia się przez większość dnia9.

Czynniki modulujące hiperpotliwość

Czynniki, które mogą modyfikować przebieg pierwotnej hiperpotliwości, obejmują czynniki hormonalne, stres oraz kosmetyki10. W przypadku hiperpotliwości wtórnej czynniki wywołujące mogą być związane z chorobami podstawowymi, takimi jak nadczynność tarczycy, cukrzyca, guz chromochłonny, akromegalia, choroba Parkinsona, uraz głowy, uraz rdzenia kręgowego, guzy podwzgórza oraz menopauza11.

Objawy kliniczne i diagnostyka

Głównym objawem hiperpotliwości jest nadmierne pocenie się, które często występuje niezależnie od temperatury otoczenia czy aktywności fizycznej12. Osoby z hiperpotliwością mogą doświadczać obfitego pocenia nawet przy chłodnej temperaturze lub w stanie spoczynku13. Objawy mogą obejmować:

  • Widocznie mokrą skórę14
  • Przemoczoną odzież15
  • Obfite pocenie się bez wyraźnej przyczyny16
  • Białą i pomarszczoną lub czerwoną i podrażnioną skórę z powodu wilgoci17
  • Dwustronną, symetryczną potliwość18

Diagnoza hiperpotliwości

Diagnoza hiperpotliwości zazwyczaj rozpoczyna się od wywiadu lekarskiego i oceny objawów19. W wielu przypadkach oznaki hiperpotliwości są oczywiste dla lekarza i nie wymagają dodatkowych badań20. Jednak w niektórych sytuacjach mogą być zalecane badania takie jak:

Rozpoznanie idiopatycznej ogniskowej hiperpotliwości można postawić na podstawie wywiadu, jeśli u pacjenta stwierdzono nadmierne widoczne pocenie się przez co najmniej 6 miesięcy oraz dwa z następujących objawów: obustronna symetryczna potliwość, upośledzenie codziennych czynności, co najmniej jeden epizod tygodniowo, początek przed 25 rokiem życia, dodatni wywiad rodzinny, ogniskowe pocenie ustające podczas snu23.

Wpływ hiperpotliwości na życie pacjenta

Hiperpotliwość może mieć głęboki wpływ na jakość życia pacjenta. Nadmierne pocenie może prowadzić do dyskomfortu fizycznego oraz zakłopotania towarzyskiego, negatywnie wpływać na codzienne czynności, obniżać wydajność pracy oraz prowadzić do wyższego wskaźnika depresji i obniżonego poziomu pewności siebie24.

Aspekty psychospołeczne

Osoby cierpiące na hiperpotliwość mogą doświadczać:

  • Zakłopotania podczas podawania ręki lub zdejmowania kurtki25
  • Zaburzeń lękowych26
  • Niechęci do uczestnictwa w sytuacjach towarzyskich27
  • Obniżonej samooceny i pewności siebie28
  • Izolacji społecznej i depresji29

Badania wskazują, że niemal wszyscy pacjenci z hiperpotliwością zgłaszają znaczne obniżenie samooceny i pewności siebie30. Wielu pacjentów czuje się zakłopotanych i może unikać kontaktów z innymi ludźmi31.

Wpływ na codzienne funkcjonowanie

Hiperpotliwość może znacząco utrudniać codzienne funkcjonowanie. Na przykład pacjenci z hiperpotliwością dłoni mają mokre, wilgotne ręce, co czasami utrudnia chwytanie przedmiotów32. Nadmierne pocenie może również utrudniać:

  • Trzymanie długopisu lub pisanie33
  • Trzymanie kierownicy samochodu34
  • Podawanie ręki35
  • Wykonywanie zadań szkolnych36

U dzieci i młodzieży hiperpotliwość może prowadzić do trudności w szkole, niższej samooceny oraz problemów w relacjach rówieśniczych37.

Opcje terapeutyczne w hiperpotliwości

Leczenie hiperpotliwości może rozpocząć się od leczenia schorzenia będącego jej przyczyną. Jeśli przyczyna nie zostanie znaleziona, leczenie koncentruje się na kontrolowaniu nadmiernego pocenia38. Istnieje wiele opcji terapeutycznych, a wybór odpowiedniej metody zależy od typu hiperpotliwości, nasilenia objawów oraz indywidualnych preferencji pacjenta39.

Leczenie miejscowe

Leczenie miejscowe jest zwykle pierwszą linią terapii w przypadku pierwotnej hiperpotliwości40. Opcje leczenia miejscowego obejmują:

  • Preparaty przeciwpotowe zawierające chlorek glinu (np. Drysol, Xerac AC) – blokują przewody potowe i są uważane za pierwszą linię leczenia nadmiernego pocenia się pod pachami4142
  • Kremy zawierające glikopironium – mogą pomóc w hiperpotliwości twarzy i głowy43
  • Antiperspiranty o wysokiej zawartości (10-25%) soli aluminium44

Preparaty miejscowe należy stosować zgodnie z zaleceniami, często wieczorem na suchą skórę przed pójściem spać45. Możliwe działania niepożądane obejmują podrażnienie skóry46.

Leczenie systemowe

Leki doustne mogą być stosowane zarówno w przypadku ogniskowej, jak i uogólnionej hiperpotliwości47. Najczęściej przepisywane są::

  • Leki antycholinergiczne (np. glikopironium i oksybutynina) – blokują nerwy pobudzające gruczoły potowe4849
  • Propantelina, oksybutynina i glikopironium – leki antycholinergiczne szeroko stosowane w leczeniu nadmiernej potliwości50
  • Leki przeciwdepresyjne – mogą pomóc w zmniejszeniu zarówno ilości potu, jak i lęku społecznego, będącego częstym objawem ubocznym hiperpotliwości51
  • Beta-blokery i benzodiazepiny – mogą również pomóc zmniejszyć pocenie związane ze stresem52

Leki doustne mogą powodować działania niepożądane, takie jak suchość w ustach, suchość oczu, niewyraźne widzenie i problemy z opróżnianiem pęcherza53.

Zabiegi specjalistyczne

Jeśli leczenie domowe i/lub leki nie przynoszą poprawy, lekarz może zalecić bardziej specjalistyczne terapie54. Do takich terapii należą:

  • Jonoforeza – metoda polegająca na przepuszczaniu przez skórę prądu o niskim natężeniu, która tymczasowo hamuje działanie gruczołów potowych5556. Jest to pierwsza linia leczenia głównie dla hiperpotliwości dłoni i stóp, może być również stosowana w okolicach pach z dodatkiem elektrod57.
  • Iniekcje toksyny botulinowej (Botox) – blokują nerwy pobudzające gruczoły potowe, co pozwala zmniejszyć pocenie w niektórych częściach ciała58. Botoks jest najskuteczniejszym niechirurgicznym leczeniem, szczególnie w przypadku ogniskowej hiperpotliwości pach, ale może również skutecznie leczyć nadpotliwość dłoni i stóp59.
  • MiraDry – nieinwazyjna technologia zatwierdzona przez FDA, która wykorzystuje energię mikrofalową do ogrzewania gruczołów potowych pod pachami60. Wykazano, że jest bezpiecznym, skutecznym i trwałym rozwiązaniem problemu nadmiernego pocenia61.

Leczenie chirurgiczne

Zabiegi chirurgiczne są zwykle zarezerwowane dla przypadków, w których inne, mniej inwazyjne i bardziej zachowawcze metody zawiodły62. Procedury operacyjne obejmują:

  • Torakoskopową sympatektomię (ETS) – minimalnie inwazyjna procedura chirurgiczna, podczas której chirurg przecina nerw współczulny w ciele, aby wyłączyć sygnał nakazujący gruczołom produkcję potu63. Jest to najbardziej skuteczna metoda leczenia nadmiernego pocenia się rąk, a także skuteczna opcja dla pacjentów z nadmiernym poceniem się pach lub twarzy64.
  • Usunięcie gruczołów potowych – permanentne chirurgiczne usunięcie gruczołów potowych przez chirurga plastycznego, stosowane w bardzo ciężkich przypadkach nadmiernej potliwości pach65.
  • Miejscowe wycięcie, liposukcja i laserowa ablacja potu – procedury te są zazwyczaj wykonywane prywatnie, choć niektóre szpitale NHS oferują część z tych zabiegów66.

Chirurgia może oferować długotrwałe rozwiązanie problemu hiperpotliwości, ale wiąże się również z ryzykiem powikłań, takich jak potliwość kompensacyjna67.

Opieka pielęgnacyjna w hiperpotliwości

Oprócz leczenia medycznego, pacjentom z hiperpotliwością zaleca się stosowanie różnych metod samoopieki, które mogą pomóc w kontrolowaniu objawów i poprawie jakości życia68.

Higiena i pielęgnacja skóry

Dbanie o odpowiednią higienę skóry jest niezbędne w przypadku hiperpotliwości69. Zalecenia dotyczące higieny obejmują:

  • Codzienne kąpiele z użyciem mydła antybakteryjnego – pomaga zmyć bakterie i inne drobnoustroje gromadzące się na skórze, które mogą powodować nieprzyjemny zapach podczas pocenia się70
  • Używanie emollientów zamiast produktów na bazie mydła71
  • Dbanie o stopy – regularne mycie, suszenie i stosowanie pudru do stóp72
  • Utrzymywanie skóry w suchości na tyle, na ile to możliwe73

Odpowiedni dobór odzieży

Wybór odpowiedniej odzieży może pomóc w kontrolowaniu objawów hiperpotliwości74. Zalecenia obejmują:

  • Unikanie ciasnych ubrań i tkanin sztucznych75
  • Noszenie luźnych ubrań76
  • Wybieranie ubrań, które nie pokazują łatwo śladów potu (odpowiednie kolory to biały lub czarny)77
  • Stosowanie bielizny i pościeli odprowadzających wilgoć78
  • Noszenie butów skórzanych79

Wsparcie psychologiczne

Ze względu na znaczący wpływ hiperpotliwości na zdrowie psychiczne, ważne jest, aby pacjenci otrzymywali odpowiednie wsparcie psychologiczne80. Zalecenia obejmują:

  • Poradnictwo psychologiczne – może pomóc w radzeniu sobie z uczuciami lęku lub depresji związanymi z nadmiernym poceniem81
  • Dołączenie do grupy wsparcia – pozwala na wymianę doświadczeń z innymi osobami cierpiącymi na hiperpotliwość82
  • Poszerzanie wiedzy na temat hiperpotliwości – lepsze zrozumienie schorzenia może pomóc w jego akceptacji i lepszym radzeniu sobie z nim83
  • Techniki relaksacyjne – takie jak joga i medytacja, szczególnie jeśli pocenie się jest wyzwalane przez stres84

Rola personelu medycznego

Personel medyczny odgrywa kluczową rolę w diagnozie, leczeniu i wspieraniu pacjentów z hiperpotliwością85. Skuteczna opieka wymaga współpracy interdyscyplinarnego zespołu, obejmującego lekarza podstawowej opieki zdrowotnej, pielęgniarkę specjalistę, chirurga klatki piersiowej, chirurga plastycznego oraz internistę86.

Świadomość i wrażliwość personelu pielęgniarskiego

Pielęgniarki powinny być świadome społecznych i psychologicznych implikacji hiperpotliwości oraz potrafić zaspokajać potrzeby pacjentów w sposób wrażliwy87. Ważne aspekty opieki pielęgniarskiej obejmują:

  • Zrozumienie, że pacjenci mogą być zakłopotani podczas podawania ręki lub zdejmowania kurtki88
  • Świadomość, że hiperpotliwość może prowadzić do zaburzeń lękowych89
  • Zapewnienie wsparcia emocjonalnego i edukacja pacjentów na temat dostępnych opcji leczenia90
  • Pomoc w zarządzaniu objawami fizycznymi i psychospołecznymi konsekwencjami hiperpotliwości91

Monitorowanie i ocena leczenia

Opieka followup jest kluczowym elementem leczenia i bezpieczeństwa pacjentów z hiperpotliwością92. Personel medyczny powinien:

  • Upewnić się, że pacjenci umawiają się i przychodzą na wszystkie wyznaczone wizyty93
  • Zachęcać pacjentów do kontaktu w przypadku wystąpienia problemów z leczeniem94
  • Monitorować skuteczność leczenia i w razie potrzeby dostosowywać plan terapeutyczny95
  • Oceniać stopień, w jakim hiperpotliwość wpływa na życie pacjenta96

Edukacja pacjenta

Edukacja pacjenta jest istotnym elementem kompleksowej opieki nad osobami z hiperpotliwością97. Personel medyczny powinien:

  • Informować pacjentów o wszystkich dostępnych opcjach leczenia, w tym ich skuteczności i związanych z nimi powikłaniach9899
  • Wyjaśniać, jak prawidłowo stosować przepisane leki i preparaty100
  • Udzielać porad dotyczących samoopieki i zmian stylu życia, które mogą pomóc w kontrolowaniu objawów101
  • Zapewniać ciągłą edukację i wsparcie przed, w trakcie i po leczeniu102

Wyzwania w opiece nad pacjentem z hiperpotliwością

Opieka nad pacjentem z hiperpotliwością może stanowić wyzwanie zarówno dla pacjenta, jak i dla personelu medycznego103. Ważne jest, aby personel medyczny rozumiał złożoność tej choroby i jej wpływ na różne aspekty życia pacjenta104.

Ograniczenia terapeutyczne

Mimo wielu dostępnych opcji leczenia, terapia hiperpotliwości napotyka na pewne ograniczenia105:

  • Większość miejscowych i niechirurgicznych metod leczenia nie działa w sposób niezawodny106
  • Po zabiegu chirurgicznym często dochodzi do nawrotów107
  • Wiele dostępnych metod leczenia jest niezadowalających108
  • Większość zabiegów ma działania niepożądane109

Szczególnym wyzwaniem w leczeniu chirurgicznym jest potliwość kompensacyjna – nadmierne pocenie się w innej części ciała po operacji110. Wszyscy pacjenci doświadczają pewnego stopnia potliwości kompensacyjnej, która waha się od łagodnej do ciężkiej111.

Wyzwania dla personelu pielęgniarskiego

Personel pielęgniarski z hiperpotliwością może napotykać na specyficzne wyzwania w swojej pracy112. Problemy te mogą obejmować:

  • Konieczność częstej zmiany rękawiczek, co może być czasochłonne113
  • Zakłopotanie podczas dotykania pacjentów mokrymi dłońmi114
  • Trudności w wykonywaniu niektórych zabiegów pielęgniarskich115

Jako rozwiązanie tych problemów sugeruje się stosowanie rękawiczek bawełnianych pod regularnymi rękawiczkami oraz noszenie małego ręcznika w kieszeni do wycierania rąk116.

Podejście interdyscyplinarne

Ze względu na złożoność hiperpotliwości i jej wpływ na różne aspekty życia pacjenta, najlepszym podejściem jest zarządzanie chorobą przez interdyscyplinarny zespół117. W skład takiego zespołu mogą wchodzić:

  • Lekarz podstawowej opieki zdrowotnej118
  • Pielęgniarka specjalista119
  • Chirurg klatki piersiowej120
  • Chirurg plastyczny121
  • Internista122
  • Pielęgniarka zdrowia psychicznego i psychiatra123
  • Dermatolog124
  • Neurolog125

Celem interdyscyplinarnego podejścia jest zmniejszenie pocenia z minimalnymi powikłaniami oraz poprawa wyników leczenia126.

Podsumowanie

Hiperpotliwość to schorzenie, które może mieć znaczący wpływ na jakość życia pacjenta, zarówno pod względem fizycznym, jak i psychospołecznym127. Chociaż nie ma jednego, uniwersalnego leczenia hiperpotliwości, dostępnych jest wiele opcji terapeutycznych, które mogą pomóc w kontrolowaniu objawów128.

Personel medyczny, w tym pielęgniarki, odgrywa kluczową rolę w diagnostyce, leczeniu i wsparciu pacjentów z hiperpotliwością. Ważne jest, aby personel pielęgniarski był świadomy społecznych i psychologicznych implikacji hiperpotliwości oraz potrafił zaspokajać potrzeby pacjentów w sposób wrażliwy129.

Podejście interdyscyplinarne, obejmujące lekarza podstawowej opieki zdrowotnej, pielęgniarkę specjalistę, chirurga klatki piersiowej, chirurga plastycznego, internistę oraz specjalistów zdrowia psychicznego, jest najlepszym sposobem zarządzania hiperpotliwością130.

Przy odpowiednim leczeniu i wsparciu, większość pacjentów z hiperpotliwością może osiągnąć zmniejszenie objawów i poprawę jakości życia131.

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  • #4 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Hyperhidrosis is a disorder of excessive sweating due to the overstimulation of cholinergic receptors on eccrine glands. This disorder is characterized by sweating beyond what the body uses for homeostatic temperature regulation. Eccrine glands are concentrated in areas such as the axillae, palms, soles, and face; therefore, these are most commonly associated with hyperhidrosis. This activity describes the pathophysiology of hyperhidrosis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in its management. […] Hyperhidrosis is classified as primary and secondary, and the management and treatment can significantly differ. The primary disease typically presents earlier in life with more localized symptoms. The secondary disease typically presents due to adverse effects of medications or systemic disorders, particularly neurologic.
  • #5 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Hyperhidrosis is a disorder of excessive sweating due to the overstimulation of cholinergic receptors on eccrine glands. This disorder is characterized by sweating beyond what the body uses for homeostatic temperature regulation. Eccrine glands are concentrated in areas such as the axillae, palms, soles, and face; therefore, these are most commonly associated with hyperhidrosis. This activity describes the pathophysiology of hyperhidrosis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in its management. […] Hyperhidrosis is classified as primary and secondary, and the management and treatment can significantly differ. The primary disease typically presents earlier in life with more localized symptoms. The secondary disease typically presents due to adverse effects of medications or systemic disorders, particularly neurologic.
  • #6 Hyperhidrosis – familydoctor.org
    https://familydoctor.org/condition/hyperhidrosis/
    Too often, people suffer with hyperhidrosis without seeking help. Perhaps you may think it is silly or embarrassing. But hyperhidrosis can have a negative impact on your life. It can cause social isolation, depression, and anxiety. Plus, it can be a sign of a serious health problem. You are wise to seek your doctor’s advice. […] There are 2 types of hyperhidrosis. Primary hyperhidrosis: This is called focal hyperhidrosis. It tends to affect both sides of the body. It occurs on the feet, hands, underarms, head, and face. Sometimes, it affects larger areas of the body. It seems to run in families, often begins in childhood, and occurs during waking hours. It is usually very hard to determine the cause of primary hyperhidrosis. […] More often, hyperhidrosis is caused by something else. This is called secondary hyperhidrosis or generalized hyperhidrosis. It tends to involve large areas of the body and may happen both during the day and at night.
  • #7 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Hyperhidrosis is a disorder of excessive sweating due to the overstimulation of cholinergic receptors on eccrine glands. This disorder is characterized by sweating beyond what the body uses for homeostatic temperature regulation. Eccrine glands are concentrated in areas such as the axillae, palms, soles, and face; therefore, these are most commonly associated with hyperhidrosis. This activity describes the pathophysiology of hyperhidrosis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in its management. […] Hyperhidrosis is classified as primary and secondary, and the management and treatment can significantly differ. The primary disease typically presents earlier in life with more localized symptoms. The secondary disease typically presents due to adverse effects of medications or systemic disorders, particularly neurologic.
  • #8 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Hyperhidrosis is a disorder of excessive sweating due to the overstimulation of cholinergic receptors on eccrine glands. This disorder is characterized by sweating beyond what the body uses for homeostatic temperature regulation. Eccrine glands are concentrated in areas such as the axillae, palms, soles, and face; therefore, these are most commonly associated with hyperhidrosis. This activity describes the pathophysiology of hyperhidrosis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in its management. […] Hyperhidrosis is classified as primary and secondary, and the management and treatment can significantly differ. The primary disease typically presents earlier in life with more localized symptoms. The secondary disease typically presents due to adverse effects of medications or systemic disorders, particularly neurologic.
  • #9 Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is linked to over activity of the sympathetic nervous system. […] This chain controls the apocrine and eccrine glands. The eccrine sweat glands are responsible for perspiration throughout the entire body and, when the chain is over-active, it causes excessive sweating at most times during the day. This in turn may cause considerable social, psychological and occupational problems, involving the sufferer to be either ostracised or bullied by their peers. […] Factors which may modify primary hyperhidrosis include hormonal factors, stress, and cosmetics. […] Bilateral excessive sweating most of the day; most commonly found on the palms, soles, axillae or face. […] Investigations are seldom, if at all, indicated for focal hyperhidrosis. […] Generalised hyperhidrosis in a well patient with a classical history of sweating starting in late childhood and improving in middle age is seldom related to an underlying medical condition.
  • #10 Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is linked to over activity of the sympathetic nervous system. […] This chain controls the apocrine and eccrine glands. The eccrine sweat glands are responsible for perspiration throughout the entire body and, when the chain is over-active, it causes excessive sweating at most times during the day. This in turn may cause considerable social, psychological and occupational problems, involving the sufferer to be either ostracised or bullied by their peers. […] Factors which may modify primary hyperhidrosis include hormonal factors, stress, and cosmetics. […] Bilateral excessive sweating most of the day; most commonly found on the palms, soles, axillae or face. […] Investigations are seldom, if at all, indicated for focal hyperhidrosis. […] Generalised hyperhidrosis in a well patient with a classical history of sweating starting in late childhood and improving in middle age is seldom related to an underlying medical condition.
  • #11 Hyperhidrosis – Neurosurgery | UCLA Health
    https://www.uclahealth.org/medical-services/neurosurgery/conditions-treated/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis involves excessive sweating due to overactive sweat glands. […] Hyperhidrosis can occur on its own or be associated with other diseases, including hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, pheochromocytoma, acromegaly, Parkinsons disease, head injury, spinal cord injury, hypothalamic tumors, and menopause. […] Mild cases are treated medically with antiperspirants or other astringents that constrict tissues and block sweat, or with anticholinergic medications, such as atropine, that block nerve impulses that cause sweating. […] A variety of surgical techniques that interrupt nerve impulses that cause sweating are options in severe cases that do not respond to medical treatment. […] Surgery provides complete relief in more than 80 percent of patients and significant relief in 95 percent.
  • #12 Hyperhidrosis: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007259.htm
    Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition in which a person sweats excessively and unpredictably. People with hyperhidrosis may sweat even when the temperature is cool or when they are at rest. […] The primary symptom of hyperhidrosis is sweating. […] A wide range of common treatments for hyperhidrosis includes: Antiperspirants — Excessive sweating may be controlled with strong antiperspirants, which plug the sweat ducts. Products containing 10% to 20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate are the first line of treatment for underarm sweating. […] With treatment, hyperhidrosis can be managed. Your provider can discuss treatment options with you. […] Contact your provider if you have sweating: That is prolonged, excessive, and unexplained.
  • #13 Hyperhidrosis: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007259.htm
    Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition in which a person sweats excessively and unpredictably. People with hyperhidrosis may sweat even when the temperature is cool or when they are at rest. […] The primary symptom of hyperhidrosis is sweating. […] A wide range of common treatments for hyperhidrosis includes: Antiperspirants — Excessive sweating may be controlled with strong antiperspirants, which plug the sweat ducts. Products containing 10% to 20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate are the first line of treatment for underarm sweating. […] With treatment, hyperhidrosis can be managed. Your provider can discuss treatment options with you. […] Contact your provider if you have sweating: That is prolonged, excessive, and unexplained.
  • #14
    https://www.nuhs.edu.sg/patient-care/find-a-condition/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis means excessive sweating. It can be localised or affect the whole body. […] Hyperhidrosis can be idiopathic (unknown cause), due to diseased or irritated nerves, thyroid disorders, diabetes mellitus, and occasionally as a side effect of certain medications such as antidepressants. […] Visible sweat and wet clothes are what most patients experience, sometimes even during cool weather and when the individual is calm. […] Localised Hyperhidrosis Aluminum chloride is the usual active ingredient in commercially available antiperspirants. They should be applied to dry skin, at night only. However, local irritation can be a side effect. […] Iontophoresis is a method of passing a small electric current through areas of skin immersed in a dish of water. It is used for the armpits, palms and soles.
  • #15
    https://www.nuhs.edu.sg/patient-care/find-a-condition/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis means excessive sweating. It can be localised or affect the whole body. […] Hyperhidrosis can be idiopathic (unknown cause), due to diseased or irritated nerves, thyroid disorders, diabetes mellitus, and occasionally as a side effect of certain medications such as antidepressants. […] Visible sweat and wet clothes are what most patients experience, sometimes even during cool weather and when the individual is calm. […] Localised Hyperhidrosis Aluminum chloride is the usual active ingredient in commercially available antiperspirants. They should be applied to dry skin, at night only. However, local irritation can be a side effect. […] Iontophoresis is a method of passing a small electric current through areas of skin immersed in a dish of water. It is used for the armpits, palms and soles.
  • #16 Hyperhidrosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options | Temple Health
    https://www.templehealth.org/about/blog/what-to-know-about-hyperhidrosis
    Sweating when you’re hot or anxious is normal. But if it seems like you’re sweating for no reason, hyperhidrosis could be to blame. […] When a patient comes to see me, I often suspect hyperhidrosis when they have: […] Experts suspect hyperhidrosis occurs when nerves signaling the body to sweat become overactive. […] A wide range of options are available. The right treatment or combination of treatments depends on the patient’s symptoms and preferences. […] Iontophoresis can be effective but time-consuming, with sessions taking anywhere from 20 to 40 minutes each. […] Botox may be best known for reducing wrinkles, but it’s also an FDA-approved treatment for underarm hyperhidrosis. […] Prescription solutions containing the active ingredient aluminum chloride and wipes with glycopyrronium can help manage excessive sweating in certain body areas.
  • #17 Hyperhidrosis – familydoctor.org
    https://familydoctor.org/condition/hyperhidrosis/
    Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating. Everyone sweats when they’re hot, exercising, or feeling stress. But people who have hyperhidrosis sweat most of the time and sweat heavily without the usual triggers. […] If you have hyperhidrosis, you may sweat all over your body. Or you may sweat mainly on your hands, feet, armpits, face, and genital area. Your clothes may be soaked with sweat. Your skin may become white and wrinkled or red and irritated from the moisture. […] Hyperhidrosis can have an unpleasant effect on your life. You may feel awkward and uncomfortable in social situations. You may be self-conscious because of dampness and odor. You may also be afraid to touch or shake hands with people or raise your arm to reach for something. You may feel embarrassed about being in public, spending time with your friends, and going to work or school. These are very normal reactions to having hyperhidrosis.
  • #18 Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is linked to over activity of the sympathetic nervous system. […] This chain controls the apocrine and eccrine glands. The eccrine sweat glands are responsible for perspiration throughout the entire body and, when the chain is over-active, it causes excessive sweating at most times during the day. This in turn may cause considerable social, psychological and occupational problems, involving the sufferer to be either ostracised or bullied by their peers. […] Factors which may modify primary hyperhidrosis include hormonal factors, stress, and cosmetics. […] Bilateral excessive sweating most of the day; most commonly found on the palms, soles, axillae or face. […] Investigations are seldom, if at all, indicated for focal hyperhidrosis. […] Generalised hyperhidrosis in a well patient with a classical history of sweating starting in late childhood and improving in middle age is seldom related to an underlying medical condition.
  • #19 Hyperhidrosis – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyperhidrosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20367173
    Diagnosing hyperhidrosis may start with your health care provider asking about your medical history and symptoms. […] Treating hyperhidrosis may start with treating the condition causing it. If a cause isn’t found, treatment focuses on controlling heavy sweating. […] Your health care provider may prescribe an antiperspirant with aluminum chloride (Drysol, Xerac AC). Apply it to dry skin before going to bed. […] Prescription creams that contain glycopyrrolate may help hyperhidrosis that affects the face and head. […] Some pills (oral medications) block the nerves that trigger sweat glands. This can reduce sweating in some people. […] Treatment with botulinum toxin (Botox) blocks the nerves that trigger the sweat glands. […] With this home treatment, you soak your hands or feet in a pan of water while a device passes mild electric current through the water.
  • #20 Hyperhidrosis – familydoctor.org
    https://familydoctor.org/condition/hyperhidrosis/
    Your doctor will probably ask you questions about your symptoms and medical history. The signs of hyperhidrosis may be obvious to your doctor and no testing may be needed. […] You cannot prevent primary hyperhidrosis. Often, you cannot prevent secondary hyperhidrosis. Much depends on what is causing your symptoms. […] If regular antiperspirants haven’t helped, try a product with a higher level of aluminum chloride hexahydrate (brand names: Certain Dri, Drysol, Hypercare, Xerac). This ingredient shuts down sweat ducts. […] A number of things can help you deal with hyperhidrosis day to day. […] If you are bothered by odor, try bathing daily with antibacterial soap. This will help wash away the bacteria and other germs that gather on the skin, which are what can cause odor when you sweat. […] Relaxation techniques might be helpful (such as yoga and meditation), especially if your sweating is triggered by stress. Even if the sweating isn’t triggered directly by stress, the sweating itself can cause stress, so relaxation techniques can be helpful.
  • #21
    https://umiamihealth.org/en/treatments-and-services/dermatology/excessive-sweating-(hyperhidrosis)
    If you experience excessive sweating when youre not exercising or somewhere with a high temperature, you may be suffering from hyperhidrosis. You may sweat so much that you soak through clothing or have sweat drip from your body. Excessive sweating usually affects the entire body. […] Through a medical examination of your skin, we can accurately diagnose and determine the best way to treat your hyperhidrosis. […] Your dermatologist may order a blood or urine test to make sure your hyperhidrosis isnt being caused by an underlying health condition, such as an overactive thyroid or low blood sugar. […] Your dermatologist may use a sweat test such as an iodine-starch test, thermoregulatory sweat test, or a skin conductance test to pinpoint the areas of sweating and determine the severity of your hyperhidrosis.
  • #22
    https://umiamihealth.org/en/treatments-and-services/dermatology/excessive-sweating-(hyperhidrosis)
    If you experience excessive sweating when youre not exercising or somewhere with a high temperature, you may be suffering from hyperhidrosis. You may sweat so much that you soak through clothing or have sweat drip from your body. Excessive sweating usually affects the entire body. […] Through a medical examination of your skin, we can accurately diagnose and determine the best way to treat your hyperhidrosis. […] Your dermatologist may order a blood or urine test to make sure your hyperhidrosis isnt being caused by an underlying health condition, such as an overactive thyroid or low blood sugar. […] Your dermatologist may use a sweat test such as an iodine-starch test, thermoregulatory sweat test, or a skin conductance test to pinpoint the areas of sweating and determine the severity of your hyperhidrosis.
  • #23 Hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis A guide to assessment and management
    https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2013/may/hyperhidrosis-and-bromhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis can be either generalised or focal. Generalised hyperhidrosis may be primary and idiopathic or secondary to systemic disease. Treatment may require oral anticholinergic agents. Focal hyperhidrosis is usually primary and responds to topical measures. Specialist referral for botulinum toxin A, iontophoresis or sympathectomy should be considered for severe cases. […] Hyperhidrosis is a deeply distressing condition for patients: it causes physical discomfort and social awkwardness, negatively impacts on daily activities, impairs performance and productivity of work, and results in higher rates of depression and reduced levels of confidence. […] A diagnosis of idiopathic focal hyperhidrosis can be made on history if the patient is noted to have excessive visible sweating for at least 6 months and two of the following: bilateral symmetrical sweating, impairment of daily activities, at least one episode per week, onset before 25 years of age, positive family history, focal sweating that ceases during sleep.
  • #24 Hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis A guide to assessment and management
    https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2013/may/hyperhidrosis-and-bromhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis can be either generalised or focal. Generalised hyperhidrosis may be primary and idiopathic or secondary to systemic disease. Treatment may require oral anticholinergic agents. Focal hyperhidrosis is usually primary and responds to topical measures. Specialist referral for botulinum toxin A, iontophoresis or sympathectomy should be considered for severe cases. […] Hyperhidrosis is a deeply distressing condition for patients: it causes physical discomfort and social awkwardness, negatively impacts on daily activities, impairs performance and productivity of work, and results in higher rates of depression and reduced levels of confidence. […] A diagnosis of idiopathic focal hyperhidrosis can be made on history if the patient is noted to have excessive visible sweating for at least 6 months and two of the following: bilateral symmetrical sweating, impairment of daily activities, at least one episode per week, onset before 25 years of age, positive family history, focal sweating that ceases during sleep.
  • #25 Hyperhidrosis and sweating | Nursing Times
    https://www.nursingtimes.net/primary-care/hyperhidrosis-and-sweating-25-02-2003/
    – Nurses should be aware of the social and psychological implications of hyperhidrosis and be able to address patient needs in a sensitive manner. People with this condition may be embarrassed to shake hands or remove their jackets and it can lead to anxiety disorders. […] – Many of the treatments have side-effects. Surgery often results in compensatory sweating, which can be severe, in another part of the body.
  • #26 Hyperhidrosis and sweating | Nursing Times
    https://www.nursingtimes.net/primary-care/hyperhidrosis-and-sweating-25-02-2003/
    – Nurses should be aware of the social and psychological implications of hyperhidrosis and be able to address patient needs in a sensitive manner. People with this condition may be embarrassed to shake hands or remove their jackets and it can lead to anxiety disorders. […] – Many of the treatments have side-effects. Surgery often results in compensatory sweating, which can be severe, in another part of the body.
  • #27 Hyperhidrosis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17113-hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating. It causes your body to sweat more than it needs to, sometimes for no apparent reason. A healthcare provider can help you find treatment that manages your symptoms. It could include special antiperspirants, medications or therapies. […] Hyperhidrosis is the result of your sweat glands overworking. […] Hyperhidrosis can also have an emotional impact on your life. Many people who have hyperhidrosis feel embarrassed when they sweat or they might avoid being around other people. If this condition affects your mental health, reach out to a healthcare provider to help you manage your symptoms and a mental health professional to help you manage how you feel about your body. […] Treatment for hyperhidrosis varies based on the part of the body affected, the severity of your diagnosis and what treatment options work for you. A healthcare provider or a dermatologist can help you find the best treatment options to help you manage your symptoms. There isnt one form of treatment that works well for everyone.
  • #28 Diagnosis and treatment for pediatric hyperhidrosi
    https://care.choc.org/diagnosis-and-treatment-for-pediatric-hyperhidrosis/
    Dr. Troy Reyna, pediatric general and thoracic surgeon at CHOC, has vast experience in performing innovative treatments for Hirschsprung’s disease, pectus excavatum and hernias. However, Dr. Reyna considers hyperhidrosis surgeries among his most fulfilling work. […] “A hyperhidrosis surgery can radically change a patient’s physical and functional life,” he says. […] Hyperhidrosis is an excess of sympathetic discharge that affects and can increase the sweating of hands, feet, axilla and other areas, says Dr. Reyna. […] Primary hyperhidrosis can put a social and emotional burden on children and adolescents even from a young age, says Dr. Reyna. It may cause: […] Additionally, hyperhidrosis gets worse with age because of the awareness and significance of the symptoms. Once the child is in high school, it may severely affect their social and emotional lives.
  • #29 Hyperhidrosis | NHS inform
    https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/hyperhidrosis/
    Changing your lifestyle cannot cure primary hyperhidrosis, but it can improve your symptoms and help your confidence. […] If a regular antiperspirant doesn’t control your sweating, your GP may prescribe or suggest a stronger one for you. […] You may be prescribed a type of medicine called an anticholinergic or antimuscarinic. […] If lifestyle changes and treatment don’t work, your GP may refer you to a dermatologist for further treatment, such as iontophoresis, botulinum toxin or surgery. […] Botulinum toxin can be injected into the skin in areas of the body affected by hyperhidrosis. […] In a few cases where hyperhidrosis is particularly severe and treatment hasn’t been successful, surgery may be recommended. […] Hyperhidrosis increases the risk of developing fungal infections, particularly on the feet. […] The emotional impact of living with hyperhidrosis can be severe. Many people with the condition feel unhappy and, in some cases, depressed.
  • #30 7 Self-Care Tips for People With Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.everydayhealth.com/hyperhidrosis/self-care-tips-people-with-hyperhidrosis/
    Nearly everyone in interview-based study reported that hyperhidrosis majorly diminished their self-image and self-confidence. […] The International Hyperhidrosis Society recommends moisture-wicking sleepwear like Cool-jams and sheets like Wicked Sheets. […] You dont have to deal with the condition by yourself. People dont want to bring it up to their [primary care physician], never thought to, or dont think they can, says Tonyia Seeland, a physician assistant in plastic surgery at Ann Arborbased University of Michigan Health who treats people with hyperhidrosis. However, the biggest message I have for people is that you should talk to your doctor. There are treatments that work. There is hope. Youre not alone.
  • #31 Hyperhidrosis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17113-hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating. It causes your body to sweat more than it needs to, sometimes for no apparent reason. A healthcare provider can help you find treatment that manages your symptoms. It could include special antiperspirants, medications or therapies. […] Hyperhidrosis is the result of your sweat glands overworking. […] Hyperhidrosis can also have an emotional impact on your life. Many people who have hyperhidrosis feel embarrassed when they sweat or they might avoid being around other people. If this condition affects your mental health, reach out to a healthcare provider to help you manage your symptoms and a mental health professional to help you manage how you feel about your body. […] Treatment for hyperhidrosis varies based on the part of the body affected, the severity of your diagnosis and what treatment options work for you. A healthcare provider or a dermatologist can help you find the best treatment options to help you manage your symptoms. There isnt one form of treatment that works well for everyone.
  • #32 Hyperhidrosis | Conditions | UCSF Health
    https://www.ucsfhealth.org/conditions/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is characterized by abnormal, excessive sweating that can occur in the hands, armpits and feet. […] Hyperhidrosis is rare, affecting about 1 percent of the population. However, for those affected, the condition often interferes with their daily activities and can be rather embarrassing in social situations. […] UCSF offers effective, long-lasting treatments for hyperhidrosis. These include Botox injections and a minimally invasive surgery called endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS), which blocks the excessive nerve activity leading to severe sweating. […] The excessive sweating often interferes with daily activities. For example, patients with palmar hyperhidrosis have wet, moist hands that sometimes interfere with grasping objects. […] Symptoms of hyperhidrosis often become noticeable during childhood and adolescence. In many cases sweating can be quite severe, affecting everyday life and causing social embarrassment.
  • #33 Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/hyperhidrosis2
    Your doctor may prescribe medication that blocks the nerves that trigger sweat glands or an antidepressant. Another type of drug, an anticholinergic, works throughout your whole body to create a drying reaction. It’s for people who sweat in more than one part of their bodies. Side effects of oral anticholinergic drugs include dry mouth, dry eyes, blurred vision, and trouble emptying the bladder. […] If you have hyperhidrosis, you might face higher rates of anxiety and depression because excessive sweating can make you feel embarrassed and avoid social situations. Sweating and anxiety can reinforce each other in a harmful cycle. […] There’s no cure for the condition, but treatment, regular doctor visits, and lifestyle changes such as breathable clothes can help keep your symptoms under control. […] While there’s no cure for hyperhidrosis, proper management can improve your quality of life. Regular follow-ups with your doctor are critical for tracking your progress and adjusting your treatment plan.
  • #34 Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/hyperhidrosis2
    Your doctor may prescribe medication that blocks the nerves that trigger sweat glands or an antidepressant. Another type of drug, an anticholinergic, works throughout your whole body to create a drying reaction. It’s for people who sweat in more than one part of their bodies. Side effects of oral anticholinergic drugs include dry mouth, dry eyes, blurred vision, and trouble emptying the bladder. […] If you have hyperhidrosis, you might face higher rates of anxiety and depression because excessive sweating can make you feel embarrassed and avoid social situations. Sweating and anxiety can reinforce each other in a harmful cycle. […] There’s no cure for the condition, but treatment, regular doctor visits, and lifestyle changes such as breathable clothes can help keep your symptoms under control. […] While there’s no cure for hyperhidrosis, proper management can improve your quality of life. Regular follow-ups with your doctor are critical for tracking your progress and adjusting your treatment plan.
  • #35 Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/hyperhidrosis2
    Your doctor may prescribe medication that blocks the nerves that trigger sweat glands or an antidepressant. Another type of drug, an anticholinergic, works throughout your whole body to create a drying reaction. It’s for people who sweat in more than one part of their bodies. Side effects of oral anticholinergic drugs include dry mouth, dry eyes, blurred vision, and trouble emptying the bladder. […] If you have hyperhidrosis, you might face higher rates of anxiety and depression because excessive sweating can make you feel embarrassed and avoid social situations. Sweating and anxiety can reinforce each other in a harmful cycle. […] There’s no cure for the condition, but treatment, regular doctor visits, and lifestyle changes such as breathable clothes can help keep your symptoms under control. […] While there’s no cure for hyperhidrosis, proper management can improve your quality of life. Regular follow-ups with your doctor are critical for tracking your progress and adjusting your treatment plan.
  • #36 Hyperhidrosis | Riley Children’s Health
    https://www.rileychildrens.org/health-info/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating. Children with hyperhidrosis sweat as much as five times more than other children. The body’s way of cooling itself (sweating) goes into overdrive for children with hyperhidrosis. As a result, the body makes more sweat than is needed to regulate body temperature. […] Hyperhidrosis most often causes extra sweating in the palms of the hands, the armpits and the feet. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a child’s quality of life. It can be embarrassing and uncomfortable and can cause feelings of anxiety. Sweaty palms can make it hard to hold a pencil or complete worksheets at school. Excessive sweating can impact a child’s self-confidence. […] A pediatric specialist can work with you and your child to manage symptoms and help your child regain his or her quality of life. […] Treatments for hyperhidrosis include antiperspirants, anticholinergics, iontophoresis, Botox treatments, miraDry and removal of the sweat glands in the underarms.
  • #37 Diagnosis and treatment for pediatric hyperhidrosi
    https://care.choc.org/diagnosis-and-treatment-for-pediatric-hyperhidrosis/
    Dr. Troy Reyna, pediatric general and thoracic surgeon at CHOC, has vast experience in performing innovative treatments for Hirschsprung’s disease, pectus excavatum and hernias. However, Dr. Reyna considers hyperhidrosis surgeries among his most fulfilling work. […] “A hyperhidrosis surgery can radically change a patient’s physical and functional life,” he says. […] Hyperhidrosis is an excess of sympathetic discharge that affects and can increase the sweating of hands, feet, axilla and other areas, says Dr. Reyna. […] Primary hyperhidrosis can put a social and emotional burden on children and adolescents even from a young age, says Dr. Reyna. It may cause: […] Additionally, hyperhidrosis gets worse with age because of the awareness and significance of the symptoms. Once the child is in high school, it may severely affect their social and emotional lives.
  • #38 Hyperhidrosis – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyperhidrosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20367173
    Diagnosing hyperhidrosis may start with your health care provider asking about your medical history and symptoms. […] Treating hyperhidrosis may start with treating the condition causing it. If a cause isn’t found, treatment focuses on controlling heavy sweating. […] Your health care provider may prescribe an antiperspirant with aluminum chloride (Drysol, Xerac AC). Apply it to dry skin before going to bed. […] Prescription creams that contain glycopyrrolate may help hyperhidrosis that affects the face and head. […] Some pills (oral medications) block the nerves that trigger sweat glands. This can reduce sweating in some people. […] Treatment with botulinum toxin (Botox) blocks the nerves that trigger the sweat glands. […] With this home treatment, you soak your hands or feet in a pan of water while a device passes mild electric current through the water.
  • #39 Hyperhidrosis: Diagnosis and treatment
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-treatment
    If youre living with excessive sweating, treatment can improve your quality of life. Effective treatment begins with an accurate diagnosis, which tells you the type of hyperhidrosis you have. […] The goal of treatment is to: Reduce sweating so that it no longer interferes with your everyday life. […] There is no single best treatment for hyperhidrosis. Your dermatologist will customize your treatment plan to your needs. […] Patients diagnosed with primary hyperhidrosis (not due to a medication or medical condition) require treatment to control excessive sweating. […] To treat hyperhidrosis, your dermatologist will create an individualized treatment plan based on: The type of hyperhidrosis you have, Your symptoms, Where on your body you sweat heavily, Your preferences for treatment.
  • #40 Interventions for hyperhidrosis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8841978/
    To assess the effectiveness and safety of interventions for hyperhidrosis. […] Hyperhidrosis can have a significant negative impact on a persons quality of life, both socially and in the workplace, and has been shown to have a greater impact on quality of life than other skin conditions such as atopic eczema, acne, psoriasis, or rosacea (Bechara 2007). […] A wide variety of interventions are used in the management of hyperhidrosis, ranging from topical applications, iontophoresis, injectable therapies, oral anticholinergics, energy-based devices, and surgery. […] Topical antiperspirants are considered first-line treatments by patients as they are safe, cost-effective, and readily accessible (Grabell 2017). […] Oral systemic treatments can be used for both focal and generalised hyperhidrosis, with oral anticholinergic medications being the most commonly prescribed (Grabell 2017; Nawrocki 2019).
  • #41 Hyperhidrosis – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyperhidrosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20367173
    Diagnosing hyperhidrosis may start with your health care provider asking about your medical history and symptoms. […] Treating hyperhidrosis may start with treating the condition causing it. If a cause isn’t found, treatment focuses on controlling heavy sweating. […] Your health care provider may prescribe an antiperspirant with aluminum chloride (Drysol, Xerac AC). Apply it to dry skin before going to bed. […] Prescription creams that contain glycopyrrolate may help hyperhidrosis that affects the face and head. […] Some pills (oral medications) block the nerves that trigger sweat glands. This can reduce sweating in some people. […] Treatment with botulinum toxin (Botox) blocks the nerves that trigger the sweat glands. […] With this home treatment, you soak your hands or feet in a pan of water while a device passes mild electric current through the water.
  • #42 Hyperhidrosis: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007259.htm
    Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition in which a person sweats excessively and unpredictably. People with hyperhidrosis may sweat even when the temperature is cool or when they are at rest. […] The primary symptom of hyperhidrosis is sweating. […] A wide range of common treatments for hyperhidrosis includes: Antiperspirants — Excessive sweating may be controlled with strong antiperspirants, which plug the sweat ducts. Products containing 10% to 20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate are the first line of treatment for underarm sweating. […] With treatment, hyperhidrosis can be managed. Your provider can discuss treatment options with you. […] Contact your provider if you have sweating: That is prolonged, excessive, and unexplained.
  • #43 Hyperhidrosis – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyperhidrosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20367173
    Diagnosing hyperhidrosis may start with your health care provider asking about your medical history and symptoms. […] Treating hyperhidrosis may start with treating the condition causing it. If a cause isn’t found, treatment focuses on controlling heavy sweating. […] Your health care provider may prescribe an antiperspirant with aluminum chloride (Drysol, Xerac AC). Apply it to dry skin before going to bed. […] Prescription creams that contain glycopyrrolate may help hyperhidrosis that affects the face and head. […] Some pills (oral medications) block the nerves that trigger sweat glands. This can reduce sweating in some people. […] Treatment with botulinum toxin (Botox) blocks the nerves that trigger the sweat glands. […] With this home treatment, you soak your hands or feet in a pan of water while a device passes mild electric current through the water.
  • #44 Sweat | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/sweat
    Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating. […] Excessive sweating is known as hyperhidrosis. Idiopathic hyperhidrosis is the most common form. It is called idiopathic because no cause can be found for it. […] In most cases, no investigations are required to diagnose hyperhidrosis. Occasionally, a blood test for thyroid disease is recommended. […] Treatment for excessive sweating depends on the cause. It may include: weight reduction if the person is overweight, topical applications (applying prescribed substances to the skin) such as antiperspirants with 10-25% aluminium salts, anticholinergic medications, which may be available as a cream, spray, powder, stick, roll-on, wipe and paint, medical management, for example: oral anticholinergic medications can be prescribed to block the activation of sweat glands, hormone replacement therapy can be prescribed to reduce the hot flushes of menopause, iontophoresis the activity of sweat glands is temporarily reduced by passing a low-level electric current through the skin, botox injections to paralyse sweat glands. The effect from a single injection lasts six to nine months, non-invasive microwave treatment (the MiraDry system approved by FDA in 2011) for excessive sweating of armpits, surgery to the nerves that control sweat glands may be considered in severe cases where all other treatments have been unsuccessful.
  • #45 Hyperhidrosis Treatment & Management: Medical Care, Surgical Care, Consultations
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1073359-treatment
    Therapy for hyperhidrosis can be challenging for both the patient and the physician. Both topical and systemic medications have been used in the treatment of hyperhidrosis. Other treatment options for hyperhidrosis include iontophoresis and botulinum toxin injections. […] The two topical anticholinergic agents that are approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of primary axillary hyperhidrosis in adults and children aged 9 years or older are sofpironium topical gel (Sofdra) and glycopyrronium tosylate topical cloth (Oxvrexza). […] Because of the limitations of other agents, Drysol (20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate in absolute anhydrous ethyl alcohol) is more commonly used as the first-line topical agent. Drysol should be applied nightly on dry skin with or without occlusion until a positive result is obtained, after which the intervals between applications may be lengthened.
  • #46 Hyperhidrosis – familydoctor.org
    https://familydoctor.org/condition/hyperhidrosis/
    Your doctor will probably ask you questions about your symptoms and medical history. The signs of hyperhidrosis may be obvious to your doctor and no testing may be needed. […] You cannot prevent primary hyperhidrosis. Often, you cannot prevent secondary hyperhidrosis. Much depends on what is causing your symptoms. […] If regular antiperspirants haven’t helped, try a product with a higher level of aluminum chloride hexahydrate (brand names: Certain Dri, Drysol, Hypercare, Xerac). This ingredient shuts down sweat ducts. […] A number of things can help you deal with hyperhidrosis day to day. […] If you are bothered by odor, try bathing daily with antibacterial soap. This will help wash away the bacteria and other germs that gather on the skin, which are what can cause odor when you sweat. […] Relaxation techniques might be helpful (such as yoga and meditation), especially if your sweating is triggered by stress. Even if the sweating isn’t triggered directly by stress, the sweating itself can cause stress, so relaxation techniques can be helpful.
  • #47 Interventions for hyperhidrosis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8841978/
    To assess the effectiveness and safety of interventions for hyperhidrosis. […] Hyperhidrosis can have a significant negative impact on a persons quality of life, both socially and in the workplace, and has been shown to have a greater impact on quality of life than other skin conditions such as atopic eczema, acne, psoriasis, or rosacea (Bechara 2007). […] A wide variety of interventions are used in the management of hyperhidrosis, ranging from topical applications, iontophoresis, injectable therapies, oral anticholinergics, energy-based devices, and surgery. […] Topical antiperspirants are considered first-line treatments by patients as they are safe, cost-effective, and readily accessible (Grabell 2017). […] Oral systemic treatments can be used for both focal and generalised hyperhidrosis, with oral anticholinergic medications being the most commonly prescribed (Grabell 2017; Nawrocki 2019).
  • #48 Hyperhidrosis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17113-hyperhidrosis
    You can manage your symptoms of hyperhidrosis at home by: Using antiperspirants and deodorants. Antiperspirants work by sealing up sweat glands so your body stops producing sweat. A provider may recommend certain over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription-strength varieties. The best deodorant for hyperhidrosis is an aluminum-based product. […] A healthcare provider or dermatologist may recommend taking medications to reduce your symptoms of hyperhidrosis, including: Anticholinergic agents (glycopyrrolate and oxybutynin). […] If your symptoms dont improve with at-home treatment and/or medications, your healthcare provider may recommend more specialized therapies: Iontophoresis: You place your hands or feet in a shallow tub of tap water. A special device emits a low electrical current through the water, blocking sweat glands over time.
  • #49 Hyperhidrosis Treatment & Management: Medical Care, Surgical Care, Consultations
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1073359-treatment
    Systemic agents used to treat hyperhidrosis include anticholinergic medications. Anticholinergics such as propantheline bromide, glycopyrrolate, oxybutynin, and benztropine are effective because the preglandular neurotransmitter for sweat secretion is acetylcholine. […] Iontophoresis was introduced in 1952 and consists of passing a direct current across the skin. […] Botulinum toxin injections are effective because of their anticholinergic effects at the neuromuscular junction and in the postganglionic sympathetic cholinergic nerves in the sweat glands. […] In palmar hyperhidrosis, 50 subepidermal injections of 2 mouse units per palm (total 100 mouse units per palm) results in anhydrosis lasting 4-12 months. […] Treatment of axillary hyperhidrosis with botulinum toxin type A reconstituted in lidocaine or in normal saline was described in a randomized, side-by-side, double-blind study.
  • #50
    https://www.nuhs.edu.sg/patient-care/find-a-condition/hyperhidrosis
    Botulinum toxin derived from bacteria can be injected into the skin in very small carefully controlled doses to block the action of the nerves which activate the sweat glands. […] Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy may be considered for localized Hyperhidrosis when other treatments have failed. […] Generalised Hyperhidrosis You can take medications which block the chemical signal between the nerves and the sweat glands. Propantheline, oxybutynin and glycopyrrolate are anticholinergic drugs widely used. […] It is important to consult your doctor before consuming such medications.
  • #51 Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.rwjbh.org/treatment-care/surgery/thoracic-surgery/thoracic-diseases-and-conditions/hyperhidrosis/
    Hyperhidrosis can be very uncomfortable and cause social anxiety, prompting many people to seek treatment. […] Treating hyperhidrosis involves managing the symptoms. If hyperhidrosis is caused by an underlying condition, then treating such should fix the problem. For patients with primary hyperhidrosis, however, symptom management is the only solution. […] Prescription antiperspirants will help reduce the amount of sweating in the affected body parts. […] Antidepressants will help reduce the amount of sweating as well as social anxiety, a common side effect of hyperhidrosis. […] Sympathectomy. […] Hyperhidrosis.
  • #52 Hyperhidrosis | Northwestern Medicine
    https://www.nm.org/conditions-and-care-areas/pulmonary/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition that causes a person to sweat both excessively and unpredictably. […] In people with hyperhidrosis, who have overactive sweat glands, sweating occurs regardless of these triggers. This uncontrollable sweating may cause both physical and emotional discomfort. […] While hyperhidrosis may cause embarrassment and inconvenience, it can sometimes be an indicator of a serious medical condition. If you experience prolonged, excessive or unexplained sweating, you should consult a physician for a diagnosis. […] Treatments for hyperhidrosis include: […] Your physician may recommend a clinical-grade antiperspirant to block the sweat ducts. […] Anticholinergic drugs may be used in some patients, and drugs such as beta-blockers and benzodiazepines may also help reduce sweating related to stress.
  • #53 Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/hyperhidrosis2
    Your doctor may prescribe medication that blocks the nerves that trigger sweat glands or an antidepressant. Another type of drug, an anticholinergic, works throughout your whole body to create a drying reaction. It’s for people who sweat in more than one part of their bodies. Side effects of oral anticholinergic drugs include dry mouth, dry eyes, blurred vision, and trouble emptying the bladder. […] If you have hyperhidrosis, you might face higher rates of anxiety and depression because excessive sweating can make you feel embarrassed and avoid social situations. Sweating and anxiety can reinforce each other in a harmful cycle. […] There’s no cure for the condition, but treatment, regular doctor visits, and lifestyle changes such as breathable clothes can help keep your symptoms under control. […] While there’s no cure for hyperhidrosis, proper management can improve your quality of life. Regular follow-ups with your doctor are critical for tracking your progress and adjusting your treatment plan.
  • #54 Hyperhidrosis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17113-hyperhidrosis
    You can manage your symptoms of hyperhidrosis at home by: Using antiperspirants and deodorants. Antiperspirants work by sealing up sweat glands so your body stops producing sweat. A provider may recommend certain over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription-strength varieties. The best deodorant for hyperhidrosis is an aluminum-based product. […] A healthcare provider or dermatologist may recommend taking medications to reduce your symptoms of hyperhidrosis, including: Anticholinergic agents (glycopyrrolate and oxybutynin). […] If your symptoms dont improve with at-home treatment and/or medications, your healthcare provider may recommend more specialized therapies: Iontophoresis: You place your hands or feet in a shallow tub of tap water. A special device emits a low electrical current through the water, blocking sweat glands over time.
  • #55 Hyperhidrosis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17113-hyperhidrosis
    You can manage your symptoms of hyperhidrosis at home by: Using antiperspirants and deodorants. Antiperspirants work by sealing up sweat glands so your body stops producing sweat. A provider may recommend certain over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription-strength varieties. The best deodorant for hyperhidrosis is an aluminum-based product. […] A healthcare provider or dermatologist may recommend taking medications to reduce your symptoms of hyperhidrosis, including: Anticholinergic agents (glycopyrrolate and oxybutynin). […] If your symptoms dont improve with at-home treatment and/or medications, your healthcare provider may recommend more specialized therapies: Iontophoresis: You place your hands or feet in a shallow tub of tap water. A special device emits a low electrical current through the water, blocking sweat glands over time.
  • #56 Hyperhidrosis | Northwestern Medicine
    https://www.nm.org/conditions-and-care-areas/pulmonary/hyperhidrosis
    Most often used on hands and feet, this treatment uses a gentle electric current to temporarily turn off the sweat glands. […] Botulinum toxin type A has been approved for treatment of severe underarm sweating, which is known as primary axillary hyperhidrosis. This treatment temporarily blocks the nerves that stimulate sweating. You should consult with your physician about this treatment. […] This minimally invasive surgery may be used in severe cases of hyperhidrosis, if all other treatments fail.
  • #57 Interventions for hyperhidrosis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8841978/
    Iontophoresis is a first-line treatment mainly for palmoplantar hyperhidrosis and can be used for axillary regions with the addition of electrode pads. […] Botulinum toxin injections are well-established as a second-line therapy for hyperhidrosis, predominantly using botulinum toxin type A (BTXA). […] Surgical interventional procedures are usually reserved for cases in which other less invasive and more conservative measures have failed. […] There is currently no Cochrane Review for hyperhidrosis, despite it being a common condition that affects 1% to 5% of the population globally and can have a significant negative effect on the quality of life of those affected (Doolittle 2016; Shargall 2008; Strutton 2004).
  • #58 Hyperhidrosis – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyperhidrosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20367173
    Diagnosing hyperhidrosis may start with your health care provider asking about your medical history and symptoms. […] Treating hyperhidrosis may start with treating the condition causing it. If a cause isn’t found, treatment focuses on controlling heavy sweating. […] Your health care provider may prescribe an antiperspirant with aluminum chloride (Drysol, Xerac AC). Apply it to dry skin before going to bed. […] Prescription creams that contain glycopyrrolate may help hyperhidrosis that affects the face and head. […] Some pills (oral medications) block the nerves that trigger sweat glands. This can reduce sweating in some people. […] Treatment with botulinum toxin (Botox) blocks the nerves that trigger the sweat glands. […] With this home treatment, you soak your hands or feet in a pan of water while a device passes mild electric current through the water.
  • #59 Journal of Aesthetic Nursing – Hyperhidrosis: a hot topic?
    https://www.aestheticnursing.co.uk/content/clinical/hyperhidrosis-a-hot-topic/
    For those who present with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis, iontophoresis is a non-invasive treatment that can be successful for 70-80% of patients. […] In the author’s experience, botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) is the most effective non-surgical treatment, primarily for focal axillary hyperhidrosis, but it is also used successfully to treat plantar and palmer hyperhidrosis. […] MiraDry has been shown to be a safe, successful, permanent solution to excessive sweating. […] Oral anticholinergics are a group of drugs that can be prescribed for the systemic treatment of hyperhidrosis. […] When all else fails, surgery is the final treatment option. […] Primary focal hyperhidrosis is, for many, a life-altering condition that affects the individual physically, socially and psychologically. […] Practitioners must understand when and how to safely treat each indication (axilla, palmar, plantar, etc), while providing continuous education and supporting the patient before, during and following any treatment.
  • #60 Treatment for Hyperhidrosis | Stanford Health Care
    https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/excessive-sweating/treatments.html
    If you are sweating so heavily that it is affecting your daily life, talk to your doctor. You may feel embarrassed to talk about it, but you’ll find out that there are treatments that can help. […] Prescription antiperspirants. […] If over-the-counter brands aren’t helping you, your doctor may prescribe something stronger. These products are usually applied at bedtime. […] A procedure called iontophoresis (say „eye-AWN-tuh-fuh-REE-sus”) sends a weak electric current through your skin. […] With this treatment, you get shots in the areas that are causing problems, such as the armpits or the hands. […] Certain medicines may help by preventing the stimulation of sweat glands or by lowering the effects of stress. […] After numbing the area, your doctor heats your underarm sweat glands using microwave energy. […] For very severe cases when other treatments have failed, surgery may be done to remove sweat glands or destroy the nerves leading to sweat glands.
  • #61 Journal of Aesthetic Nursing – Hyperhidrosis: a hot topic?
    https://www.aestheticnursing.co.uk/content/clinical/hyperhidrosis-a-hot-topic/
    For those who present with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis, iontophoresis is a non-invasive treatment that can be successful for 70-80% of patients. […] In the author’s experience, botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) is the most effective non-surgical treatment, primarily for focal axillary hyperhidrosis, but it is also used successfully to treat plantar and palmer hyperhidrosis. […] MiraDry has been shown to be a safe, successful, permanent solution to excessive sweating. […] Oral anticholinergics are a group of drugs that can be prescribed for the systemic treatment of hyperhidrosis. […] When all else fails, surgery is the final treatment option. […] Primary focal hyperhidrosis is, for many, a life-altering condition that affects the individual physically, socially and psychologically. […] Practitioners must understand when and how to safely treat each indication (axilla, palmar, plantar, etc), while providing continuous education and supporting the patient before, during and following any treatment.
  • #62 Interventions for hyperhidrosis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8841978/
    Iontophoresis is a first-line treatment mainly for palmoplantar hyperhidrosis and can be used for axillary regions with the addition of electrode pads. […] Botulinum toxin injections are well-established as a second-line therapy for hyperhidrosis, predominantly using botulinum toxin type A (BTXA). […] Surgical interventional procedures are usually reserved for cases in which other less invasive and more conservative measures have failed. […] There is currently no Cochrane Review for hyperhidrosis, despite it being a common condition that affects 1% to 5% of the population globally and can have a significant negative effect on the quality of life of those affected (Doolittle 2016; Shargall 2008; Strutton 2004).
  • #63 Hyperhidrosis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17113-hyperhidrosis
    When other treatments dont work well and your symptoms persist, your provider may consider surgery: Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy: ETS is a minimally invasive type of surgery where a surgeon will cut a nerve in your body to turn off the signal that tells your glands to produce sweat. […] Each type of treatment has possible side effects. Side effects of hyperhidrosis treatment could include: Skin irritation, cracking or blisters. […] While hyperhidrosis has no cure, there are a variety of treatment options available to help you manage your symptoms. […] You should call your healthcare provider if sweating: Negatively impacts your life. […] If you have hyperhidrosis, you may want to ask your healthcare provider: What are my treatment options? […] Excessive sweating due to hyperhidrosis can be a short- or long-term condition that can be challenging to manage.
  • #64 Hyperhidrosis Treatments | Valley Health System
    https://www.valleyhealth.com/services/hyperhidrosis-center/hyperhidrosis-treatments
    Most patients with generalized idiopathic hyperhidrosis (which affects large areas of the body) can be treated with oral medications. […] Those with secondary generalized hyperhidrosis (caused by a medical condition) should be evaluated by a dermatologist. […] Many patients should try conservative therapies (medications or topical agents) first before considering surgery. Your doctor will determine what is the best treatment method for you based on the type of hyperhidrosis you suffer from, your age, and your general medical condition. […] Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat hyperhidrosis. It’s the most successful treatment for excessive sweating of the hands, as well as an effective option for patients who have excessive armpit sweating or facial sweating/blushing. […] Botox injections work best for armpit sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis), but not palm sweating, facial hyperhidrosis or facial blushing. […] Very severe armpit sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis) may need to be treated with permanent surgical removal of the sweat glands by a plastic surgeon.
  • #65 Hyperhidrosis Treatments | Valley Health System
    https://www.valleyhealth.com/services/hyperhidrosis-center/hyperhidrosis-treatments
    Most patients with generalized idiopathic hyperhidrosis (which affects large areas of the body) can be treated with oral medications. […] Those with secondary generalized hyperhidrosis (caused by a medical condition) should be evaluated by a dermatologist. […] Many patients should try conservative therapies (medications or topical agents) first before considering surgery. Your doctor will determine what is the best treatment method for you based on the type of hyperhidrosis you suffer from, your age, and your general medical condition. […] Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat hyperhidrosis. It’s the most successful treatment for excessive sweating of the hands, as well as an effective option for patients who have excessive armpit sweating or facial sweating/blushing. […] Botox injections work best for armpit sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis), but not palm sweating, facial hyperhidrosis or facial blushing. […] Very severe armpit sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis) may need to be treated with permanent surgical removal of the sweat glands by a plastic surgeon.
  • #66 Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/hyperhidrosis
    If the history is less typical, there could be a secondary cause. […] Advise patients as follows: Use emollient washes, rather than soap-based products; Avoid tight clothing and man-made fabrics; Wear leather shoes. […] Self-help products include foot wipes, spray and gel, silver socks and copper socks, absorbent soles, and disposable axillae pads. […] Suggested treatment algorithm for hyperhidrosis includes oral anticholinergics, antiperspirants, iontophoresis, and botulinum toxin. […] Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) should only be considered when all other treatments have failed, as the compensatory sweating following this surgery can be much worse than the original problem. […] Surgery such as retrodermal curettage, liposuction, and laser sweat ablation is generally performed privately, but a few NHS hospitals provide some of these treatments.
  • #67 Hyperhidrosis Treatment FAQs | Mount Sinai – New York
    https://www.mountsinai.org/care/thoracic-surgery/services/hyperhidrosis/treatment-faqs
    When an incision is made, there is a small risk of infection, bleeding, or healing issues at the surgical sites. We use general anesthesia, so there are the risks associated with that process. Some patients have bad reactions to medications used. Your surgeon will discuss the surgical risks with you in greater detail. […] The most bothersome side effect is excessive sweating on the back, abdomen, thighs, or lower legs. We call this compensatory sweating. All patients have some degree of compensatory sweating and it ranges from mild to severe. A small percentage of patients (3-5 percent) experience more severe compensatory sweating. We consider it to be severe when it soaks through the clothing. It is a difficult situation especially in hot, humid days. Doctors have not determined who is most likely to experience severe compensatory sweating.
  • #68 Hyperhidrosis: 6 tips dermatologists give their patients
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-self-care
    Treating hyperhidrosis is the best way to get relief. To get the best results from treatment, board-certified dermatologists recommend following these tips to help you feel more comfortable: […] Care for sweaty feet. When hyperhidrosis affects your feet, dermatologists recommend the following: […] Take care of your mental health. Does sweating heavily make you feel anxious or depressed? Getting counseling, joining a support group, or learning more about hyperhidrosis may help. […] Dermatologists understand that living with excessive sweating can reduce your quality of life. When you partner with a board-certified dermatologist to treat hyperhidrosis, you can get sweating under control.
  • #69 Sweaty Feet – APMA MAIN
    https://www.apma.org/sweatyfeet/
    Excessive sweating of the feet is called hyperhidrosis. […] According to the International Hyperhidrosis Society, 3 percent of the population suffers from hyperhidrosis. […] Good foot hygiene is essential. […] A technique called iontophoresis, which uses water to conduct a mild electrical current through the skin, has been found helpful for people with sweaty feet. […] If your feet sweat excessively, see a podiatrist. […] A podiatrist can help you control this embarrassing condition. […] Most often, excessive sweating of the feet is diagnosed based on your reporting of symptoms and a physical exam of the feet. […] Treatment options are tailored to your symptoms. […] Good foot hygiene can prevent foot odor and foot infections, two common side effects of sweaty feet.
  • #70 Hyperhidrosis – familydoctor.org
    https://familydoctor.org/condition/hyperhidrosis/
    Your doctor will probably ask you questions about your symptoms and medical history. The signs of hyperhidrosis may be obvious to your doctor and no testing may be needed. […] You cannot prevent primary hyperhidrosis. Often, you cannot prevent secondary hyperhidrosis. Much depends on what is causing your symptoms. […] If regular antiperspirants haven’t helped, try a product with a higher level of aluminum chloride hexahydrate (brand names: Certain Dri, Drysol, Hypercare, Xerac). This ingredient shuts down sweat ducts. […] A number of things can help you deal with hyperhidrosis day to day. […] If you are bothered by odor, try bathing daily with antibacterial soap. This will help wash away the bacteria and other germs that gather on the skin, which are what can cause odor when you sweat. […] Relaxation techniques might be helpful (such as yoga and meditation), especially if your sweating is triggered by stress. Even if the sweating isn’t triggered directly by stress, the sweating itself can cause stress, so relaxation techniques can be helpful.
  • #71 Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/hyperhidrosis
    If the history is less typical, there could be a secondary cause. […] Advise patients as follows: Use emollient washes, rather than soap-based products; Avoid tight clothing and man-made fabrics; Wear leather shoes. […] Self-help products include foot wipes, spray and gel, silver socks and copper socks, absorbent soles, and disposable axillae pads. […] Suggested treatment algorithm for hyperhidrosis includes oral anticholinergics, antiperspirants, iontophoresis, and botulinum toxin. […] Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) should only be considered when all other treatments have failed, as the compensatory sweating following this surgery can be much worse than the original problem. […] Surgery such as retrodermal curettage, liposuction, and laser sweat ablation is generally performed privately, but a few NHS hospitals provide some of these treatments.
  • #72 Hyperhidrosis: 6 tips dermatologists give their patients
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-self-care
    Treating hyperhidrosis is the best way to get relief. To get the best results from treatment, board-certified dermatologists recommend following these tips to help you feel more comfortable: […] Care for sweaty feet. When hyperhidrosis affects your feet, dermatologists recommend the following: […] Take care of your mental health. Does sweating heavily make you feel anxious or depressed? Getting counseling, joining a support group, or learning more about hyperhidrosis may help. […] Dermatologists understand that living with excessive sweating can reduce your quality of life. When you partner with a board-certified dermatologist to treat hyperhidrosis, you can get sweating under control.
  • #73 Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
    https://myhealth.umassmemorial.org/Coronavirus/85,P00284
    Excessive sweating is when the body releases too much fluid from the sweat glands. Its also called hyperhidrosis. Its often an ongoing (chronic) condition. […] The condition can affect a person’s quality of life and cause social isolation and depression. Mental health counseling may help. […] Treatment may include antiperspirant, medicine, injections, surgery, or treatments for another health condition. […] Skin maceration can lead to loss of skin, pain, and skin infection. You can help prevent this problem by treating your hyperhidrosis, and keeping your skin dry as much as possible, and getting medical care if signs of an infection occur.
  • #74 Hyperhidrosis | NHS inform
    https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/hyperhidrosis/
    Changing your lifestyle cannot cure primary hyperhidrosis, but it can improve your symptoms and help your confidence. […] If a regular antiperspirant doesn’t control your sweating, your GP may prescribe or suggest a stronger one for you. […] You may be prescribed a type of medicine called an anticholinergic or antimuscarinic. […] If lifestyle changes and treatment don’t work, your GP may refer you to a dermatologist for further treatment, such as iontophoresis, botulinum toxin or surgery. […] Botulinum toxin can be injected into the skin in areas of the body affected by hyperhidrosis. […] In a few cases where hyperhidrosis is particularly severe and treatment hasn’t been successful, surgery may be recommended. […] Hyperhidrosis increases the risk of developing fungal infections, particularly on the feet. […] The emotional impact of living with hyperhidrosis can be severe. Many people with the condition feel unhappy and, in some cases, depressed.
  • #75 Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/hyperhidrosis
    If the history is less typical, there could be a secondary cause. […] Advise patients as follows: Use emollient washes, rather than soap-based products; Avoid tight clothing and man-made fabrics; Wear leather shoes. […] Self-help products include foot wipes, spray and gel, silver socks and copper socks, absorbent soles, and disposable axillae pads. […] Suggested treatment algorithm for hyperhidrosis includes oral anticholinergics, antiperspirants, iontophoresis, and botulinum toxin. […] Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) should only be considered when all other treatments have failed, as the compensatory sweating following this surgery can be much worse than the original problem. […] Surgery such as retrodermal curettage, liposuction, and laser sweat ablation is generally performed privately, but a few NHS hospitals provide some of these treatments.
  • #76 Sweat | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/sweat
    Some strategies for managing hyperhidrosis at home include: Wear loose clothing. Use antiperspirants that contain aluminium chloride and are designed for hyperhidrosis follow the instructions carefully. While advertised mainly for use in the armpits, these agents can also be used on the palms, soles and forehead or wherever the hyperhidrosis occurs.
  • #77 Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating) | Doctor
    https://patient.info/doctor/hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) may be either focal or generalised, and either primary (no underlying cause) or secondary (underlying cause identified). Common triggers include emotion and spicy foods. […] Generalised hyperhidrosis is usually due to an underlying disorder. Management is therefore directed at finding and treating any underlying cause (usually includes specialist referral). […] Primary focal hyperhidrosis may affect the axillae, palms, soles or scalp, and has no underlying cause. It usually starts in childhood or adolescence, but can occur at any age. […] General advice: Avoid clothes that show sweat marks readily (white or black are suitable colours). Wear loose-fitting clothing. Avoid man-made fibres – eg, nylon. […] Consider treating any underlying anxiety with cognitive behavioural therapy (drug treatment may worsen the hyperhidrosis).
  • #78 7 Self-Care Tips for People With Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.everydayhealth.com/hyperhidrosis/self-care-tips-people-with-hyperhidrosis/
    Nearly everyone in interview-based study reported that hyperhidrosis majorly diminished their self-image and self-confidence. […] The International Hyperhidrosis Society recommends moisture-wicking sleepwear like Cool-jams and sheets like Wicked Sheets. […] You dont have to deal with the condition by yourself. People dont want to bring it up to their [primary care physician], never thought to, or dont think they can, says Tonyia Seeland, a physician assistant in plastic surgery at Ann Arborbased University of Michigan Health who treats people with hyperhidrosis. However, the biggest message I have for people is that you should talk to your doctor. There are treatments that work. There is hope. Youre not alone.
  • #79 Hyperhidrosis
    https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/hyperhidrosis
    If the history is less typical, there could be a secondary cause. […] Advise patients as follows: Use emollient washes, rather than soap-based products; Avoid tight clothing and man-made fabrics; Wear leather shoes. […] Self-help products include foot wipes, spray and gel, silver socks and copper socks, absorbent soles, and disposable axillae pads. […] Suggested treatment algorithm for hyperhidrosis includes oral anticholinergics, antiperspirants, iontophoresis, and botulinum toxin. […] Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) should only be considered when all other treatments have failed, as the compensatory sweating following this surgery can be much worse than the original problem. […] Surgery such as retrodermal curettage, liposuction, and laser sweat ablation is generally performed privately, but a few NHS hospitals provide some of these treatments.
  • #80 Hyperhidrosis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17113-hyperhidrosis
    Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating. It causes your body to sweat more than it needs to, sometimes for no apparent reason. A healthcare provider can help you find treatment that manages your symptoms. It could include special antiperspirants, medications or therapies. […] Hyperhidrosis is the result of your sweat glands overworking. […] Hyperhidrosis can also have an emotional impact on your life. Many people who have hyperhidrosis feel embarrassed when they sweat or they might avoid being around other people. If this condition affects your mental health, reach out to a healthcare provider to help you manage your symptoms and a mental health professional to help you manage how you feel about your body. […] Treatment for hyperhidrosis varies based on the part of the body affected, the severity of your diagnosis and what treatment options work for you. A healthcare provider or a dermatologist can help you find the best treatment options to help you manage your symptoms. There isnt one form of treatment that works well for everyone.
  • #81 Hyperhidrosis: 6 tips dermatologists give their patients
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-self-care
    Treating hyperhidrosis is the best way to get relief. To get the best results from treatment, board-certified dermatologists recommend following these tips to help you feel more comfortable: […] Care for sweaty feet. When hyperhidrosis affects your feet, dermatologists recommend the following: […] Take care of your mental health. Does sweating heavily make you feel anxious or depressed? Getting counseling, joining a support group, or learning more about hyperhidrosis may help. […] Dermatologists understand that living with excessive sweating can reduce your quality of life. When you partner with a board-certified dermatologist to treat hyperhidrosis, you can get sweating under control.
  • #82 Hyperhidrosis: 6 tips dermatologists give their patients
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-self-care
    Treating hyperhidrosis is the best way to get relief. To get the best results from treatment, board-certified dermatologists recommend following these tips to help you feel more comfortable: […] Care for sweaty feet. When hyperhidrosis affects your feet, dermatologists recommend the following: […] Take care of your mental health. Does sweating heavily make you feel anxious or depressed? Getting counseling, joining a support group, or learning more about hyperhidrosis may help. […] Dermatologists understand that living with excessive sweating can reduce your quality of life. When you partner with a board-certified dermatologist to treat hyperhidrosis, you can get sweating under control.
  • #83 Hyperhidrosis: 6 tips dermatologists give their patients
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-self-care
    Treating hyperhidrosis is the best way to get relief. To get the best results from treatment, board-certified dermatologists recommend following these tips to help you feel more comfortable: […] Care for sweaty feet. When hyperhidrosis affects your feet, dermatologists recommend the following: […] Take care of your mental health. Does sweating heavily make you feel anxious or depressed? Getting counseling, joining a support group, or learning more about hyperhidrosis may help. […] Dermatologists understand that living with excessive sweating can reduce your quality of life. When you partner with a board-certified dermatologist to treat hyperhidrosis, you can get sweating under control.
  • #84 Hyperhidrosis – familydoctor.org
    https://familydoctor.org/condition/hyperhidrosis/
    Your doctor will probably ask you questions about your symptoms and medical history. The signs of hyperhidrosis may be obvious to your doctor and no testing may be needed. […] You cannot prevent primary hyperhidrosis. Often, you cannot prevent secondary hyperhidrosis. Much depends on what is causing your symptoms. […] If regular antiperspirants haven’t helped, try a product with a higher level of aluminum chloride hexahydrate (brand names: Certain Dri, Drysol, Hypercare, Xerac). This ingredient shuts down sweat ducts. […] A number of things can help you deal with hyperhidrosis day to day. […] If you are bothered by odor, try bathing daily with antibacterial soap. This will help wash away the bacteria and other germs that gather on the skin, which are what can cause odor when you sweat. […] Relaxation techniques might be helpful (such as yoga and meditation), especially if your sweating is triggered by stress. Even if the sweating isn’t triggered directly by stress, the sweating itself can cause stress, so relaxation techniques can be helpful.
  • #85 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #86 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Several treatment options for hyperhidrosis include topical aluminum chloride and oral anticholinergic medications, which are sufficient in patients with mild to moderate disease. Botulinum toxin A injections, sympathectomy, and local excision are also effective but reserved for patients resistant to conservative therapy. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. The goal is to reduce sweating with minimal complications. […] Most topical and nonsurgical treatments do not work reliably. Surgery can be done, but recurrences are not uncommon. Patients must be educated about all the potential treatments, including their effectiveness and associated morbidity. A team approach can deliver the optimal treatment for hyperhidrosis and improve outcomes.
  • #87 Hyperhidrosis and sweating | Nursing Times
    https://www.nursingtimes.net/primary-care/hyperhidrosis-and-sweating-25-02-2003/
    – Nurses should be aware of the social and psychological implications of hyperhidrosis and be able to address patient needs in a sensitive manner. People with this condition may be embarrassed to shake hands or remove their jackets and it can lead to anxiety disorders. […] – Many of the treatments have side-effects. Surgery often results in compensatory sweating, which can be severe, in another part of the body.
  • #88 Hyperhidrosis and sweating | Nursing Times
    https://www.nursingtimes.net/primary-care/hyperhidrosis-and-sweating-25-02-2003/
    – Nurses should be aware of the social and psychological implications of hyperhidrosis and be able to address patient needs in a sensitive manner. People with this condition may be embarrassed to shake hands or remove their jackets and it can lead to anxiety disorders. […] – Many of the treatments have side-effects. Surgery often results in compensatory sweating, which can be severe, in another part of the body.
  • #89 Hyperhidrosis and sweating | Nursing Times
    https://www.nursingtimes.net/primary-care/hyperhidrosis-and-sweating-25-02-2003/
    – Nurses should be aware of the social and psychological implications of hyperhidrosis and be able to address patient needs in a sensitive manner. People with this condition may be embarrassed to shake hands or remove their jackets and it can lead to anxiety disorders. […] – Many of the treatments have side-effects. Surgery often results in compensatory sweating, which can be severe, in another part of the body.
  • #90 Journal of Aesthetic Nursing – Hyperhidrosis: a hot topic?
    https://www.aestheticnursing.co.uk/content/clinical/hyperhidrosis-a-hot-topic/
    For those who present with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis, iontophoresis is a non-invasive treatment that can be successful for 70-80% of patients. […] In the author’s experience, botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) is the most effective non-surgical treatment, primarily for focal axillary hyperhidrosis, but it is also used successfully to treat plantar and palmer hyperhidrosis. […] MiraDry has been shown to be a safe, successful, permanent solution to excessive sweating. […] Oral anticholinergics are a group of drugs that can be prescribed for the systemic treatment of hyperhidrosis. […] When all else fails, surgery is the final treatment option. […] Primary focal hyperhidrosis is, for many, a life-altering condition that affects the individual physically, socially and psychologically. […] Practitioners must understand when and how to safely treat each indication (axilla, palmar, plantar, etc), while providing continuous education and supporting the patient before, during and following any treatment.
  • #91 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #92
    https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uh4998
    Sweating is your body’s way of cooling down and getting rid of some chemicals. But some people have a condition called hyperhidrosis that makes them sweat too much. It can affect any part of your body, especially the head, armpits, hands, and feet. […] It can be upsetting to have sweat drip from your face and palms or to have smelly feet and shoes. […] Some people find that antiperspirants help, and you can take steps at home that will help with smelly feet. If you still have too much sweating, your doctor may recommend other treatments. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line if you are having problems. […] If your doctor prescribed medicine, use it as directed. Call your doctor or nurse advice line if you have any problems with your medicine. […] Use a deodorant with antiperspirant. It might help to put it on at night before bed. […] You continue to sweat too much, and it bothers you.
  • #93
    https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uh4998
    Sweating is your body’s way of cooling down and getting rid of some chemicals. But some people have a condition called hyperhidrosis that makes them sweat too much. It can affect any part of your body, especially the head, armpits, hands, and feet. […] It can be upsetting to have sweat drip from your face and palms or to have smelly feet and shoes. […] Some people find that antiperspirants help, and you can take steps at home that will help with smelly feet. If you still have too much sweating, your doctor may recommend other treatments. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line if you are having problems. […] If your doctor prescribed medicine, use it as directed. Call your doctor or nurse advice line if you have any problems with your medicine. […] Use a deodorant with antiperspirant. It might help to put it on at night before bed. […] You continue to sweat too much, and it bothers you.
  • #94
    https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uh4998
    Sweating is your body’s way of cooling down and getting rid of some chemicals. But some people have a condition called hyperhidrosis that makes them sweat too much. It can affect any part of your body, especially the head, armpits, hands, and feet. […] It can be upsetting to have sweat drip from your face and palms or to have smelly feet and shoes. […] Some people find that antiperspirants help, and you can take steps at home that will help with smelly feet. If you still have too much sweating, your doctor may recommend other treatments. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line if you are having problems. […] If your doctor prescribed medicine, use it as directed. Call your doctor or nurse advice line if you have any problems with your medicine. […] Use a deodorant with antiperspirant. It might help to put it on at night before bed. […] You continue to sweat too much, and it bothers you.
  • #95 Hyperhidrosis: Diagnosis and treatment
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-treatment
    Your treatment plan may include one or more of the following: Treatment you apply to your skin, Procedures and energy-based treatments, Medication that works throughout your body, Surgery to treat hyperhidrosis. […] With a dermatologists help, you dont need to live with excessive sweating. Your dermatologist knows how to create a treatment plan that can reduce hyperhidrosis. Your plan may consist of one treatment or a combination of treatments.
  • #96 Journal of Aesthetic Nursing – Hyperhidrosis: a hot topic?
    https://www.aestheticnursing.co.uk/content/clinical/hyperhidrosis-a-hot-topic/
    When the patient attends clinic, they will have arrived via one of two clinical pathways. […] Aesthetic practitioners are responsible for the safety and quality of care that is provided; Therefore, the practitioner must be sure that the patient’s hyperhidrosis is primary and not secondary. […] As hyperhidrosis is classified as a medical disorder, when it is diagnosed, it must be treated as such. […] During consultation, the patient will often describe being frequently disturbed or bothered by their sweating: it may interrupt activities within their daily, social and work life. […] Once a diagnosis is confirmed, ascertaining some measure of the degree to which hyperhidrosis is impacting on the patient’s life is extremely important. […] The first avenue of treatment for localised hyperhidrosis is antiperspirants, especially for excessive sweating in the axilla area.
  • #97 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Several treatment options for hyperhidrosis include topical aluminum chloride and oral anticholinergic medications, which are sufficient in patients with mild to moderate disease. Botulinum toxin A injections, sympathectomy, and local excision are also effective but reserved for patients resistant to conservative therapy. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. The goal is to reduce sweating with minimal complications. […] Most topical and nonsurgical treatments do not work reliably. Surgery can be done, but recurrences are not uncommon. Patients must be educated about all the potential treatments, including their effectiveness and associated morbidity. A team approach can deliver the optimal treatment for hyperhidrosis and improve outcomes.
  • #98 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Several treatment options for hyperhidrosis include topical aluminum chloride and oral anticholinergic medications, which are sufficient in patients with mild to moderate disease. Botulinum toxin A injections, sympathectomy, and local excision are also effective but reserved for patients resistant to conservative therapy. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. The goal is to reduce sweating with minimal complications. […] Most topical and nonsurgical treatments do not work reliably. Surgery can be done, but recurrences are not uncommon. Patients must be educated about all the potential treatments, including their effectiveness and associated morbidity. A team approach can deliver the optimal treatment for hyperhidrosis and improve outcomes.
  • #99 Hyperhidrosis: Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1073359-overview
    Hyperhidrosis, which is sweating in excess of that required for normal thermoregulation, is a condition that usually begins in either childhood or adolescence. […] Hyperhidrosis may be idiopathic or secondary to other diseases, metabolic disorders, febrile illnesses, or medication use. […] Hyperhidrosis often causes great emotional distress and occupational disability for the patient, regardless of the form. […] Hyperhidrosis is difficult to treat effectively. […] Hyperhidrosis is not associated with mortality. Severe cases of hyperhidrosis may adversely affect the patient’s quality of life (see Complications). With the newer treatment modalities now available, the patient has numerous options and is offered a better prognosis. […] Patients with hyperhidrosis should be educated regarding all of the treatment options, including their corresponding complications and costs.
  • #100
    https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uh4998
    Sweating is your body’s way of cooling down and getting rid of some chemicals. But some people have a condition called hyperhidrosis that makes them sweat too much. It can affect any part of your body, especially the head, armpits, hands, and feet. […] It can be upsetting to have sweat drip from your face and palms or to have smelly feet and shoes. […] Some people find that antiperspirants help, and you can take steps at home that will help with smelly feet. If you still have too much sweating, your doctor may recommend other treatments. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line if you are having problems. […] If your doctor prescribed medicine, use it as directed. Call your doctor or nurse advice line if you have any problems with your medicine. […] Use a deodorant with antiperspirant. It might help to put it on at night before bed. […] You continue to sweat too much, and it bothers you.
  • #101 Hyperhidrosis: 6 tips dermatologists give their patients
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-self-care
    Treating hyperhidrosis is the best way to get relief. To get the best results from treatment, board-certified dermatologists recommend following these tips to help you feel more comfortable: […] Care for sweaty feet. When hyperhidrosis affects your feet, dermatologists recommend the following: […] Take care of your mental health. Does sweating heavily make you feel anxious or depressed? Getting counseling, joining a support group, or learning more about hyperhidrosis may help. […] Dermatologists understand that living with excessive sweating can reduce your quality of life. When you partner with a board-certified dermatologist to treat hyperhidrosis, you can get sweating under control.
  • #102 Journal of Aesthetic Nursing – Hyperhidrosis: a hot topic?
    https://www.aestheticnursing.co.uk/content/clinical/hyperhidrosis-a-hot-topic/
    For those who present with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis, iontophoresis is a non-invasive treatment that can be successful for 70-80% of patients. […] In the author’s experience, botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) is the most effective non-surgical treatment, primarily for focal axillary hyperhidrosis, but it is also used successfully to treat plantar and palmer hyperhidrosis. […] MiraDry has been shown to be a safe, successful, permanent solution to excessive sweating. […] Oral anticholinergics are a group of drugs that can be prescribed for the systemic treatment of hyperhidrosis. […] When all else fails, surgery is the final treatment option. […] Primary focal hyperhidrosis is, for many, a life-altering condition that affects the individual physically, socially and psychologically. […] Practitioners must understand when and how to safely treat each indication (axilla, palmar, plantar, etc), while providing continuous education and supporting the patient before, during and following any treatment.
  • #103 Hyperhidrosis Treatment & Management: Medical Care, Surgical Care, Consultations
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1073359-treatment
    Therapy for hyperhidrosis can be challenging for both the patient and the physician. Both topical and systemic medications have been used in the treatment of hyperhidrosis. Other treatment options for hyperhidrosis include iontophoresis and botulinum toxin injections. […] The two topical anticholinergic agents that are approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of primary axillary hyperhidrosis in adults and children aged 9 years or older are sofpironium topical gel (Sofdra) and glycopyrronium tosylate topical cloth (Oxvrexza). […] Because of the limitations of other agents, Drysol (20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate in absolute anhydrous ethyl alcohol) is more commonly used as the first-line topical agent. Drysol should be applied nightly on dry skin with or without occlusion until a positive result is obtained, after which the intervals between applications may be lengthened.
  • #104 Hyperhidrosis and Its Impact on Those Living With It
    https://www.ajmc.com/view/hyperhidrosis-and-its-impact–on-those-living-with-it
    Hyperhidrosis negatively affects numerous aspects of life. […] Patients experiencing hyperhidrosis must overcome obstacles that individuals without hyperhidrosis would never consider. […] When working with patients with hyperhidrosis, healthcare practitioners need to understand the many aspects of life this disease affects. […] It is imperative that healthcare practitioners understand the epidemiology and impact this disease has on individuals.
  • #105 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Several treatment options for hyperhidrosis include topical aluminum chloride and oral anticholinergic medications, which are sufficient in patients with mild to moderate disease. Botulinum toxin A injections, sympathectomy, and local excision are also effective but reserved for patients resistant to conservative therapy. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. The goal is to reduce sweating with minimal complications. […] Most topical and nonsurgical treatments do not work reliably. Surgery can be done, but recurrences are not uncommon. Patients must be educated about all the potential treatments, including their effectiveness and associated morbidity. A team approach can deliver the optimal treatment for hyperhidrosis and improve outcomes.
  • #106 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Several treatment options for hyperhidrosis include topical aluminum chloride and oral anticholinergic medications, which are sufficient in patients with mild to moderate disease. Botulinum toxin A injections, sympathectomy, and local excision are also effective but reserved for patients resistant to conservative therapy. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. The goal is to reduce sweating with minimal complications. […] Most topical and nonsurgical treatments do not work reliably. Surgery can be done, but recurrences are not uncommon. Patients must be educated about all the potential treatments, including their effectiveness and associated morbidity. A team approach can deliver the optimal treatment for hyperhidrosis and improve outcomes.
  • #107 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Several treatment options for hyperhidrosis include topical aluminum chloride and oral anticholinergic medications, which are sufficient in patients with mild to moderate disease. Botulinum toxin A injections, sympathectomy, and local excision are also effective but reserved for patients resistant to conservative therapy. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. The goal is to reduce sweating with minimal complications. […] Most topical and nonsurgical treatments do not work reliably. Surgery can be done, but recurrences are not uncommon. Patients must be educated about all the potential treatments, including their effectiveness and associated morbidity. A team approach can deliver the optimal treatment for hyperhidrosis and improve outcomes.
  • #108 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #109 Hyperhidrosis and sweating | Nursing Times
    https://www.nursingtimes.net/primary-care/hyperhidrosis-and-sweating-25-02-2003/
    – Nurses should be aware of the social and psychological implications of hyperhidrosis and be able to address patient needs in a sensitive manner. People with this condition may be embarrassed to shake hands or remove their jackets and it can lead to anxiety disorders. […] – Many of the treatments have side-effects. Surgery often results in compensatory sweating, which can be severe, in another part of the body.
  • #110 Hyperhidrosis Treatment FAQs | Mount Sinai – New York
    https://www.mountsinai.org/care/thoracic-surgery/services/hyperhidrosis/treatment-faqs
    When an incision is made, there is a small risk of infection, bleeding, or healing issues at the surgical sites. We use general anesthesia, so there are the risks associated with that process. Some patients have bad reactions to medications used. Your surgeon will discuss the surgical risks with you in greater detail. […] The most bothersome side effect is excessive sweating on the back, abdomen, thighs, or lower legs. We call this compensatory sweating. All patients have some degree of compensatory sweating and it ranges from mild to severe. A small percentage of patients (3-5 percent) experience more severe compensatory sweating. We consider it to be severe when it soaks through the clothing. It is a difficult situation especially in hot, humid days. Doctors have not determined who is most likely to experience severe compensatory sweating.
  • #111 Hyperhidrosis Treatment FAQs | Mount Sinai – New York
    https://www.mountsinai.org/care/thoracic-surgery/services/hyperhidrosis/treatment-faqs
    When an incision is made, there is a small risk of infection, bleeding, or healing issues at the surgical sites. We use general anesthesia, so there are the risks associated with that process. Some patients have bad reactions to medications used. Your surgeon will discuss the surgical risks with you in greater detail. […] The most bothersome side effect is excessive sweating on the back, abdomen, thighs, or lower legs. We call this compensatory sweating. All patients have some degree of compensatory sweating and it ranges from mild to severe. A small percentage of patients (3-5 percent) experience more severe compensatory sweating. We consider it to be severe when it soaks through the clothing. It is a difficult situation especially in hot, humid days. Doctors have not determined who is most likely to experience severe compensatory sweating.
  • #112 Nursing with Hyperhidrosis – General Nursing Support
    https://allnurses.com/nursing-hyperhidrosis-t586097/
    I have a condition called hyperhidrosis which causes severe excessive sweating of my hands and feet, at time my hands drip. […] Are there any nurses here that have hyperhidrosis and managed to overcome the sweating and have success working as a nurse? […] Have you ever done the Botox injections? Apparently it works pretty well. […] Cotton gloves under the regular ones will help. And a small facecloth in your pocket to wipe your hands.
  • #113 HyperHidrosis – Nurse Disabilities
    https://allnurses.com/hyperhidrosis-t239041/
    I have palmar hyperhidrosis. aka sweaty palms. I would consider it mild but it can escalate to severe when I am nervous or anxious. I was wondering if this condition will make it hard for me to perform nursing duties interfere or with my patient care. I am still doing my prereqs to get into an adn program. Ive read that it can be a problem in that you have to change gloves quite often and with sweaty hands that can be time consuming. Any nurse on these boards that can shed some light on how you do it, or how I would handle my situation. Lastly I was wondering if nurses are allowed to wear gloves the entire shift ( of course changing them between patients). […] Hopefully, you will be washing those hands so often that you may have the problem licked just by working where you touch others so often. Gloves or not, you still must wash when they are removed.
  • #114 HyperHidrosis – Nurse Disabilities
    https://allnurses.com/hyperhidrosis-t239041/
    The best advice I can give though is gloves, gloves, gloves! I truly believe that your other awesome skills that you’ll learn and get really good at will make up for anything sweaty hands could throw at you. […] I always just had gloves everywhere I went. If I had to touch someone without gloves and my hands were sweating at the time, I would just apologize and explain that they get like that sometimes. Most people are understanding and don’t care as much as you care yourself. […] I feel terrible when I am practicing assessing my lab partner and I have to touch her with my soaking wet hands. I am going to be even more embarrassed when we are in clinicals and I have to try to explain to patients why my hands are dripping! […] If anyone has any tips about how to handle this as a nurse and during school, I would REALLY appreciate it.
  • #115 Nursing with Hyperhidrosis – General Nursing Support
    https://allnurses.com/nursing-hyperhidrosis-t586097/
    I have a condition called hyperhidrosis which causes severe excessive sweating of my hands and feet, at time my hands drip. […] Are there any nurses here that have hyperhidrosis and managed to overcome the sweating and have success working as a nurse? […] Have you ever done the Botox injections? Apparently it works pretty well. […] Cotton gloves under the regular ones will help. And a small facecloth in your pocket to wipe your hands.
  • #116 Nursing with Hyperhidrosis – General Nursing Support
    https://allnurses.com/nursing-hyperhidrosis-t586097/
    I have a condition called hyperhidrosis which causes severe excessive sweating of my hands and feet, at time my hands drip. […] Are there any nurses here that have hyperhidrosis and managed to overcome the sweating and have success working as a nurse? […] Have you ever done the Botox injections? Apparently it works pretty well. […] Cotton gloves under the regular ones will help. And a small facecloth in your pocket to wipe your hands.
  • #117 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #118 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #119 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #120 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #121 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #122 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #123 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #124 Hyperhidrosis Treatment for Excessive Sweating
    https://www.froedtert.com/hyperhidrosis-excessive-sweating
    Hyperhidrosis is a condition that causes excessive sweating for an estimated 2-3 percent of Americans. […] If sweating is disrupting daily activities or causing social anxiety or embarrassment, it is recommended that you see a doctor who can test for hyperhidrosis. […] Following testing and diagnosis of hyperhidrosis, your physician will work with you to find an effective treatment. […] Providers from multiple specialties deliver care to patients with hyperhidrosis, including dermatologists, neurologists and thoracic surgeons.
  • #125 Hyperhidrosis Treatment for Excessive Sweating
    https://www.froedtert.com/hyperhidrosis-excessive-sweating
    Hyperhidrosis is a condition that causes excessive sweating for an estimated 2-3 percent of Americans. […] If sweating is disrupting daily activities or causing social anxiety or embarrassment, it is recommended that you see a doctor who can test for hyperhidrosis. […] Following testing and diagnosis of hyperhidrosis, your physician will work with you to find an effective treatment. […] Providers from multiple specialties deliver care to patients with hyperhidrosis, including dermatologists, neurologists and thoracic surgeons.
  • #126 Hyperhidrosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459227/
    Several treatment options for hyperhidrosis include topical aluminum chloride and oral anticholinergic medications, which are sufficient in patients with mild to moderate disease. Botulinum toxin A injections, sympathectomy, and local excision are also effective but reserved for patients resistant to conservative therapy. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. The goal is to reduce sweating with minimal complications. […] Most topical and nonsurgical treatments do not work reliably. Surgery can be done, but recurrences are not uncommon. Patients must be educated about all the potential treatments, including their effectiveness and associated morbidity. A team approach can deliver the optimal treatment for hyperhidrosis and improve outcomes.
  • #127 Journal of Aesthetic Nursing – Hyperhidrosis: a hot topic?
    https://www.aestheticnursing.co.uk/content/clinical/hyperhidrosis-a-hot-topic/
    For those who present with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis, iontophoresis is a non-invasive treatment that can be successful for 70-80% of patients. […] In the author’s experience, botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) is the most effective non-surgical treatment, primarily for focal axillary hyperhidrosis, but it is also used successfully to treat plantar and palmer hyperhidrosis. […] MiraDry has been shown to be a safe, successful, permanent solution to excessive sweating. […] Oral anticholinergics are a group of drugs that can be prescribed for the systemic treatment of hyperhidrosis. […] When all else fails, surgery is the final treatment option. […] Primary focal hyperhidrosis is, for many, a life-altering condition that affects the individual physically, socially and psychologically. […] Practitioners must understand when and how to safely treat each indication (axilla, palmar, plantar, etc), while providing continuous education and supporting the patient before, during and following any treatment.
  • #128 Hyperhidrosis: Diagnosis and treatment
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-treatment
    If youre living with excessive sweating, treatment can improve your quality of life. Effective treatment begins with an accurate diagnosis, which tells you the type of hyperhidrosis you have. […] The goal of treatment is to: Reduce sweating so that it no longer interferes with your everyday life. […] There is no single best treatment for hyperhidrosis. Your dermatologist will customize your treatment plan to your needs. […] Patients diagnosed with primary hyperhidrosis (not due to a medication or medical condition) require treatment to control excessive sweating. […] To treat hyperhidrosis, your dermatologist will create an individualized treatment plan based on: The type of hyperhidrosis you have, Your symptoms, Where on your body you sweat heavily, Your preferences for treatment.
  • #129 Hyperhidrosis and sweating | Nursing Times
    https://www.nursingtimes.net/primary-care/hyperhidrosis-and-sweating-25-02-2003/
    – Nurses should be aware of the social and psychological implications of hyperhidrosis and be able to address patient needs in a sensitive manner. People with this condition may be embarrassed to shake hands or remove their jackets and it can lead to anxiety disorders. […] – Many of the treatments have side-effects. Surgery often results in compensatory sweating, which can be severe, in another part of the body.
  • #130 Hyperhidrosis | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23177
    Iontophoresis 2 to 3 times weekly and botulinum toxin A injections every 3 to 4 weeks are effective if patients fail topical and oral drug therapy. […] More invasive therapeutic measures are available, including sympathectomy or local excision as a last resort. […] Hyperhidrosis can affect a patient’s physical and psychological health. […] Hyperhidrosis is a common complaint in clinical practice, and while many treatments are available, many are unsatisfactory. Thus, the disorder is best managed by an interprofessional team that includes the primary care provider, nurse specialist, thoracic surgeon, plastic surgeon, and internist. […] A mental health nurse and psychiatrist should assist with mental health support, as the disorder can cause severe emotional distress.
  • #131 Dermatologist Hyperhidrosis Treatment | Hyperhidrosis Care
    https://www.centerdermlaser.com/medical-dermatology/conditions/hyperhidrosis/
    With a stepwise approach to treatment, most patients with hyperhidrosis can achieve a lessening of symptoms and an increased quality of life. […] Advanced treatments, such as oral medications, botulinum toxin injections, and iontophoresis get to the root of the problem to stop excessive sweating before it starts.