In a healthy person, the sweat is the main function of cooling the skin to heat stimulation or exercise (thermoregulatory function) and more rarely by stimulation of anxiety.
Given this stimulus part of the brain called the hypothalamus gives the order to sweat, which is transmitted by the sympathetic nerve chain to the sweat glands (Eccrine glands) of the palms, underarms, face and head and soles of the feet.
In people with primary hyperhidrosis, excess sweating occurs in these locations in response to emotional stimuli but not in response to heat (thermoregulation).
Hyperhidrosis causes great disorder the patient’s life, both socially and professionally, severely affecting even in everyday life, with frequent engagement in self-esteem and confidence in himself. Its origin is not psychological, in contrast, hyperhidrosis is the major source of psychological problems for those who suffer this annoying problem.
Topical therapies: such as creams, deodorants, results are poor and short.
Anticholinergic medications, which cause troublesome side effects such as blurred vision and dry mouth.
Botox (Botulinum Toxin Type A): Although it works in many patients, has the problem of requiring the application repeatedly, which increases the costs and inconvenience.
Axillary liposuction for hyperhidrosis: infections and scarring can cause discomfort in the arms.
For those affected, several recommendations are useful in everyday life because if it does not heal, it may soothe and help overcome this troublesome disease.
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