Hyperhidrosis is a disorder that
defines individuals who sweat more than the body would normally
need to maintain optimal temperature. Hyperhidrosis affects work
productivity, confidence, social comfort, emotional well being and
wardrobe choices. If untreated, hyperhidrosis significantly impair
sufferers’ quality of life.
MOST COMMON TREATMENTS
There are several ways to treat
hyperhidrosis including BOTOX® injections into the armpits, topical
treatments and surgery. Many of these treatments are covered by
medical plans. A consultation with one of our Windsor Dermatology
physicians will help you to identify the best treatment for
you.
BOTOX FOR HYPERHIDROSIS TREATMENT
This neuromodulator is not just
great for treating the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Botox
works by temporarily weakening the underlying muscle. In addition,
this blocks communication between the nerves and the sweat glands,
prohibiting the glands from working properly and producing
sweat.
It’s currently approved for sweat
reduction, for about six months, in the armpits, on the palms of
the hands and on the soles of the feet—but not on the face (though
many derms do inject it there off label.) The doses we use in the
approved areas tend to be much higher than we can practically use
on the face, since we do not want to cause any facial droops or
other complications.
