Hyperhidrosis
General
Sweating can be problematic for individuals and can be embarrassing. There are many causes of sweating otherwise known as hyperhidrosis. There may be secondary causes from medications, metabolic disorders, hormonal issues etc. Other persons may have primary hyperhidrosis which occurs without any known cause. This can also occur on the palms of hands, feet and underarms. Significant hyperhidrosis can be an issue.
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Hyperhidrosis generally occurs with severity under the arms, or on the plantar aspects of the feet or palmar aspects of hands.
Consultation
Your practitioner will assess the area being treated and particularly the distribution of hair follicles/sweat glands. This is more difficult to ascertain on the palm of hands and soles of feet. They can discuss different options of treatment.
Treatment process
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Due to TGA restrictions imposed from 1 June 2024, we are not permitted to provide further detail as to the treatment even in the form of educational content. Please be wary of promotional material from overseas which are in the form of advertising and do not provide adequate education.
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Additionally, treatments vary between individuals.