Info: Hyperhidrosis or Excessive Sweating Treatment

What is hyperhidrosis?

Hyperhidrosis is the medical term for excessive sweating; a common condition where a person sweats abnormally, even when they are not overly hot, stressed or exercising. A certain amount of sweating is normal, but when it is severe sweating and cannot be controlled by simple antiperspirant, then it is termed hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating.

It can be very embarrassing and affect one’s confidence whilst at work and socially. The condition is often made worse once the person starts thinking about the sweating which then creates an anxiety loop which actually then makes the sweating more profuse. Showering regularly does not help and most over the counter remedies whilst ok for some people do not work for the more severe sweating.

Underarm and armpit sweating are annoying for patients who want to wear lighter coloured clothes as the damp patches show up. Hyperhidrosis can have very significant effects on patients’ lives, causing physical discomfort and social embarrassment and negatively impacting occupational and daily activities. The anxiety, embarrassment and the stress of always hiding your sweat from others can impact nearly all aspects of the sufferer’s life.

Social aspects

If you suffer from excessive sweating, chances are that you suffer every day.

• You may constantly worry about how much you’re sweating.
• You may spend hours each day dealing with sweat – changing clothes, “freshening up”, wiping, placing napkins or pads under your arms or in your pockets, bathing, and hiding under dark-coloured, bulky clothes.
• You may have lost opportunities or withdrawn from friends because of extremely sweaty palms or armpits.
• Afraid of what people will think, you may even make excuses to stay home, or choose careers in which you don’t have to interact with people, shake hands, or give presentations.
• Emotional problems, including depression, social isolation, and decreased confidence, can result.

Hyperhidrosis treatment

Until recently the only treatments that were available are driclor which is an aluminium based antiperspirant/deodorant. This can help in some cases, but often causes skin irritation and discomfort.

Luckily for people looking for another solution, there are now BOTOX® injections for sweating that stop underarm wetness for 6-7 months.

How is it done?

The Hyperhidrosis treatment is performed by clinicians using specialised injections to block overactive sweat glands. Most commonly used for the underarms and hands, results appear within days and typically last for 6–9 months. This medical procedure significantly improves comfort and confidence with minimal disruption to your daily routine.

What happens during the treatment?

At JoliMoon Clinical Aesthetics, we are able to help you get rid of the excessive sweating for at least 5 months in the underarm area by using perfectly placed BOTOX® injections.

It takes about 20 minutes, is painless and you carry on your normal life without the worry of sweating.

If you are considering having the treatment don’t be put off by the fact that these are injections. We use special numbing cream and tiny acupuncture sized needles that mean you hardly feel anything. The treatment will give you back the confidence to wear whatever you want and not to worry about the next damp patch.

Our clinicians are very experienced in helping patients with hyperhidrosis and sweating problems so get in touch today using the CONTACT page to see how we can help you