Island Life Magazine Ltd August/September 2015 | Page 101

FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

Hyperhidrosis?
Hyperhidrosis is a common
condition in which a
person sweats excessively

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nless you suffer from it, Hyperhidrosis is
probably a word you’ve never encountered
before. Hyperhidrosis is a condition which causes
excess sweating. The condition can affect any area of
the body and can be upsetting, uncomfortable and
usually embarrassing for the sufferer.
We take an in depth look at Hyperhidrosis below
and offer solutions if you are a sufferer.

What is Hyperhidrosis?
Hyperhidrosis is a condition which causes
excessive sweating, and is more common
than you may think. Whilst it is difficult to
measure what counts as excessive, if the
rate at which you’re sweating makes you
feel uncomfortable and reluctant to take
part in everyday activities, then you may
be a sufferer.

What causes Hyperhidrosis?
Hyperhidrosis can be caused by a
number of things, most commonly an
overactive Sympathetic Nervous System.
In Hyperhidrosis sufferers, the nervous
system that usually regulates your body

temperature and sweating to keep you
cool works at a higher level, triggering
excessive sweat to be produced. Other
triggers which may be a factor can
include: hormonal changes such as
pregnancy and menopause, stress
and anxiety, obesity, overactive thyroid
gland, low blood sugar and even certain
medications. As a result, your condition
may be temporary or chronic.

Treating Hyperhidrosis
One of the most recommended and
common ways to treat Hyperhidrosis
is Botox. Botox injections are applied
to the area where the sweating occurs
in order to block the signals that come

from the brain to the sweat glands. Many
sufferers opt for the treatment, which is
also recognised as a viable treatment on
the NHS.

What are the benefits of
using Botox?
People who have used Botox in order
to treat Hyperhidrosis rave about it, not
only because the procedure is affordable
and quick, but it also provides results of
up to 6 months or longer. The treatment
takes around 40 minutes and results are
almost instant. For a minimal cost you
can enjoy relief from excessive sweating
and live your life again.

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