HYPERHYDROSIS OR EXCESSIVE
SWEATING

Sweating is necessary to control body temperature during
times of exercise in hot surroundings. In some individuals,
this natural process of perspiration is more than normal
on the face, armpits, head and hands. In rare cases the
whole body gets affected. This excessive perspiration is
known as Hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis is a condition in
which the sympathetic nervous system does not shuts off
the sweat reflex properly.

Hyperhydrosis is not dangerous in any way to the health.
Although this type of profuse sweating doesn't has any
life-threatening consequences but people who suffer with
Hyperhidrosis are reluctant to share a hug, to dance, to
play cards, to get close. Even something as simple as a
handshake can be embarrassing.

A simple and effective treatment for excessive sweating
involves a few injections (Botulinum toxin) botox into the
skin where the sweating is greatest to block the action of
nerves that supply the sweat glands, and stop the glands
from producing sweat.

 

Excessive Sweating Treatment FAQ's

How do Botulinum toxin injections work for underarm
sweating?
Botulinum toxin is a bacterial protein which blocks the
neuromuscular transmission of messages from nerves
to sweat glands in the injected area. Thus, it stops the
gland from performing its normal function, namely sweat
production

what the procedure like?
BOTOX is injected into the armpits, blocking the action
of nerves that supply the eccrine (sweat) glands and
stopping the glands from producing sweat.

How Often do I have to have the treatment?
Treatment totally blocks the nerve ending for about 6-12
weeks but new nerve endings eventually start to form,
resulting in the effects of treatment wearing off and
another course of injections is needed.

Can I have this Treatment in my doctor's practice?
The injections are only available in a few NHS hospitals;
the procedure is mostly done in private hospitals or clinics.
The procedures are classified as medical treatments and
are therefore exempt from VAT.