Hyperhidrosis: Excessive Sweating Injections

What is Hyperhidrosis?

Hyperhidrosis means excessive sweating. Sweating is one of the most important ways in which the body loses heat, however, people with hyperhidrosis produce sweat in amounts far greater than needed to control their temperature.

What are the Causes of Hyperhidrosis?

It's not known why some people are affected and others are not. About 1/3 to ½ of people with hyperhidrosis have a relative with a similar problem, suggesting that there maybe a genetic cause. Hyperhidrosis is caused by over activity of one type of sweat gland, the eccrine gland. These glands are found virtually all over the body surface but they are concentrated on the palms of the hands, the soles of the feet and in the armpits.

What Happens During Treatment and How Does it Work?

Using a very fine needle inject a small amount of a solution of Botox into 10 to 15 places and spread evenly in each armpit. Sometimes a dye is used to show up the areas where sweating is greatest and where the injections should be placed. A course of treatment takes about 30-60 minutes.

You should notice some change for the better within a week of your treatment.

Different people have different responses to treatment but sweat production can be reduced by 83% one week after treatment. Your next treatment can be given when the effects of the first course wear off, this usually happens after 4 to 7 months.

Contact JM Cosmetic Clinic

If you would just like a chat or would like to book a consultation, which is always free of charge, please call 07861 677859 or email info@jmcosmeticclinic.co.uk.