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Severe underarm sweat. should i get shields?

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Dr. Barry Resnik answered

Severe sweating: Shileds certainly work well. If you have hyperhidrosis, it can be an intimidating condition and should be evaluated by your dermatologist. You can try "natural" or :organic" anti-perspirants, but it is unlikely that they will help to the extent you desire.

Answered 7/5/2012

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Severe underarm sweat. should i get shields?

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