Hyperhidrosis
Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition characterized by excessive sweating beyond what is needed to regulate body temperature. Hyperhidrosis is effectively treated with antiwrinkle injections. They block the nerve signals to the sweat glands, stopping the sympathetic nerves from working.
What concerns does it treat
Excessive sweating can affect the underarms, hands, feet, face, or other areas. It can occur even when the body is cool or at rest. Although primarily a physical burden, hyperhidrosis can deteriorate quality of life from a psychological, emotional, and social perspective. Treatment can temporarily blocking the nerves that activate sweat glands, reducing sweat production.
What to expect
- To start, a consultation and patient medical history is carried out
- The areas affected will be assessed and treatment area will be cleaned and disinfected
- Topical numbing cream may be applied for comfort, especially for sensitive areas like hands or feet
- Small, superficial injections are administered across the treatment area
- The number of injections depends on the size of the area
Discomfort level
Most patients describe the sensation as a slight pinch or sting, similar to tiny bee stings. The hands and feet are generally more sensitive than underarms, so discomfort can be higher in those areas. Numbing cream can be especially helpful for more sensitive areas.
Recommend treatment plan
This can be patient dependant however most see a reduction in sweating for up to 6 months.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- An Allergy to any ingredients in the product
- Infection, rash or skin condition at the planned injection site
- Neuromuscular disorders
- If you are on a current round of antibiotics
- Active cold sores
- If you are feeling generally unwell, we recommend postponing treatment
- Unrealistic expectations or untreated anxiety about sweating (psychological hyperhidrosis)
