Question 1

how can i easily cure hyperhidrosis? 16 boy

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No easy cure: Excessive sweating, or hyperhydrosis is a condition characterized by dysfunction of the sympathetic nervous system.  Generally, patients are assessed by a dermatologist, who may initially try oral medications to control the sweating.  If medical therapy fails, hyperhydrosis patients may be offered direct Botox injections within the sweat glands, or surgical sympathectomy.

Question 2

how do i use hyperhidrosis oral medication?

Accepted Answer

Twice daily: If the medication you mean is robinul, (glycopyrrolate) it is generally taken twice daily.

Question 3

what treatment options are available for hyperhidrosis?

Accepted Answer

Hyperhidrosis Rx: Conservative treatments:
drysol and hyperhidrosis
botox and hyperhidrosis
iontophoresis machine
hyperhidrosis medications
bio feedback and hyperhidrosis
surgical procedures:
sweaty hand surgical treatment - endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy
sweaty feet surgical treatment - lumbar sympathectomy
armpit sweat treatment for axillary hyperhidrosis.

Question 4

i was wondering what are the side effects of a sympathectomy to cure hyperhidrosis?

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Hyperhidrosis: The most common side effect is a 5-10% chance of recurrence. Rare complications include air in the lung (pneumothorax) that requires a chest tube, excessive bleeding, and a droopy eyelid (hornet's syndrome).

Question 5

hyperhidrosis of head and face treatment ?

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Difficult question: Topical medications. These include over-the-counter and prescription antiperspirants.Iontophoresis. A battery-powered device delivers a low current of electricity through water-saturated wool pads. Oral medications. These may include medicines that block nerve impulses to sweat glands, inhibit sweating or reduce sweat output. A antidepressant or and botox.

Question 6

hyperhidrosis and glycopyrrolate: any negative side effects?

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Yes: It's a treatment option for hyperhidrosis but it does have side effects.  Most common are: dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention.  Other side effects: headache, vomiting, blurry vision, fast heart beats, flushing...

Question 7

are there any creames for groin hyperhidrosis? truncal as well?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Depending on how long you've had this, and whether or not it's spreading, or just related to your groin area, it needs to be looked at. Start with your family practice doctor, and see what s/he says. If they need to refer you on further to a dermatologist, or urologist, then follow their recommendations. You need to be seen by a medical expert.

Question 8

what treatment is best to totality eliminate axillary hyperhidrosis?

Accepted Answer

Surgery may work: Sometimes surgeons cut a nerve to eliminate sweating in the armpits. Unfortunately you made then develope excess sweating elsewhere. It is also possible to surgically scrape away the sweat glands from under the skin to stop this sweating. Botulinum toxin, when injected into the skin of the armpits, will stop sweating for 6  months.

Question 9

what type of doctor should i look for to help me cure hyperhidrosis?

Accepted Answer

Derm or Plastic Surg: Hyperhydrosis of the underarms or palms can be treated with Botox by either a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

Question 10

is there any cure for hyperhidrosis? home remedy or surgery procedures?

Accepted Answer

Hyperhidrosis: Topical drysol (prescription) or certaindri.   Botox id an alternative snd lasts 4 months or longer.  Surgical options are also available.

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