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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).
Answered 1/6/2014
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