Sweating is one of the most important and natural ways in which the body cools down and controls your temperature – we all do it. If, however, you sweat more than you need to, you may be suffering from hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating.
Hyperhidrosis can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, making you feel self-conscious in work and social situations. The good news is that we can help address this problem in a number of ways.
Excessive sweating can be treated to avoid:
- Embarrassing sweat patches showing at meetings or social events
- Having to carry clean, dry clothes and change throughout the day
- Skipping social events or feeling self-conscious when meeting people
Excessive sweating is a physiological problem that has nothing to do with cleanliness, and it is not known why some people are affected and others are not. However, studies show that 1/3 to 1/2 of people with hyperhidrosis have a relative with a similar problem, suggesting that there may be a genetic cause.
If you suffer from excessive sweating, then we can help. We’ll start with a consultation where we can look at your lifestyle and explore possible solutions, these could include:
- Nutritional advice
- Lifestyle choices
- Exercise
- Stopping the sweating by temporarily blocking the chemical signals from your nerves that stimulate your sweat glands