Hyperhidrosis ~ Excessive Sweating

Hyperhidrosis (Excess Perspiration) 

The Facts about Hyperhidrosis

Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. Uncontrolled sweating can occur in various parts of the body including the face, hands, feet or underarms. Although high temperatures or stress can increase perspiration, they don’t cause hyperhidrosis. Instead, hyperhidrosis may be an inherited trait that stops the body from properly regulating its temperature. Until now, excessive sweating has been difficult to control. Finally, there is a long-lasting treatment for hyperhidrosis that works.

Botox for Hyperhidrosis

Unlike topical treatments, Botox targets sweating at its source. With a few tiny injections, Botox enters the specific glands in the underarms responsible for excessive sweating. There, it blocks the release of a chemical that signals the perspiration.

How effective is it?

Patients treated with Botox notice a remarkable improvement in their symptoms. In clinical studies, 95% of patients with hyperhidrosis that was severe enough to interfere with their daily lives experienced the benefits of Botox after just 1 week, with sweating reduced by an average of 83%.

How long does it Last?

After the first treatment, the effects of Botox lasts an average of 8 months. For nearly 40% of patients, Botox® reduces sweating for more than one year. The amount of time Botox remains effective may vary. When your symptoms return, it would be time for another Botox treatment.

Is it Safe?

Yes. Botox has been used to treat a range of medical conditions including eye muscle spasm and cerebral palsy for more than 10 years. This is considered to be a very safe procedure with a very low incidence of side effects.

What areas can be treated?

Botox injections are used to treat localized areas of sweating. They work the best for underarm sweating and can be very effective for sweating of the palms, soles and scalp. Botox CANNOT be used to treat sweating over the whole body (e.g. back, legs) or very large areas.

How long does the procedure take?

Approximately 15 to 30 minutes. You can bathe, shower, drive or go back to work immediately afterward.

How much does it cost?

The cost of treating either the armpits or palms is $1650

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