Question 1

what is the definition or description of: reduced sweating?

Accepted Answer

Reduced sweating: Hypohidrosis is diminished sweating. Absent sweating is anhidrosis.

Question 2

does low testosterone cause reduced odor and sweating in males?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Testosterone levels are directly correlated with the production of body oils, ie. Sebum.  This is the substance that leaves "fingerprints."  did you know that babies leave virtually no fingerprints, and a man's will last longer on a surface than a female? With lower oil production, bacteria that produce body odor have less to break down into acrid odor. Yes, you will perspire less!

Question 3

reduced taste, partial upset tummy, great apitite no change to died, no coffing, , no feavor or sweats, should i go for a covid test if symptoms are only 30/100 according to self assessment?

Accepted Answer

COVID 19 testing:  Because you live in South Africa  you would still need to consult with a medical provider who will determine need for COVID 19 testing.  Consult your local primary care provider or you can use telemedicine for individual consultations.

Question 4

how can i increase sweating?

Accepted Answer

Hydration, exercise: Sweating is the body's way of cooling off.  If you want to sweat more, you should exercise, especially in a warm and humid environment, and keep yourself well hydrated so there is enough fluid to sweat.  There are a few rare conditions in which sweat is inhibited - so if you cannot sweat under any circumstance, see your family doctor.

Question 5

temperature 34.7 but sweating. what could this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Sweating: You can sweat for other reasons than other reasons than having a fever.  Your Oxybutrin can cause sweating. Cipro (ciprofloxacin) can cause nervousness which could result in sweating. Environmental temperature or overdressing could do the same things. You could also sweat due to hormonal or thyroid disorders, just to name a few.

Question 6

sweating profusely at night?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: There can be many causes from a warm room, heavy bedding, heavy pajamas to infections, heart disease , or food you might be eating. Check with your doctor.

Question 7

how to stop excess sweating?

Accepted Answer

Hyperhidrosis: Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating of the underarms, palms, or soles of the feet or breasts. Treatment may involve over-the-counter antiperspirants, prescription antiperspirants, iontophoresis, medications, surgery, and botox. I prescribe 3% topical glycoyrrolate to be used as needed.

Question 8

how do i stop sweating odor?

Accepted Answer

It's the bacteria: The offensive odor associated with sweating is caused by residual bacteria left on the skin.Your best strategies  are showering at least once daily with antibacterial soap, toweling off thoroughly (bacteria have harder time multiplying on dry skin) with a clean towel, and using a strong antiperspirant containing aluminum hydroxide. Only wear clean clothes including socks; maybe fewer onions/garlic

Question 9

cure for exessive sweating???

Accepted Answer

Maybe: there are several good medical treatments (prescription strength antiperspirants, anticholinergic medications (topical or oral)), several good surgical treatments (depending on body location - cutting of nerves, removal of sweat glands), but probably easiest and most effective is MiraDry; moderately expensive, not usually covered by insurance, but works for most people

Question 10

what causes under neck sweating?

Accepted Answer

Neck sweating: I wish I had an answer but I would need more information.
How bad?
How often?
What time of day?
High neck sweater?
etc.

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