Excess sweating (hyperhidrosis)
Excess sweating, or hyperhidrosis, is a condition causing excessive perspiration beyond normal needs, often affecting hands, feet, and underarms. Discover causes and effective treatments to manage symptoms and improve comfort.
What is hyperhidrosis?
Hyperhidrosis is a condition in which patients sweat excessively. Sweating can occur not only under the arms, but across the body, including the palms, the forehead and feet. Deodorants and antiperspirants may not be effective for those with hyperhidrosis.
Hyperhidrosis often creates social anxiety and therefore restriction in social activity, especially in warmer months. However, occasionally it can be a symptom of more serious medical conditions, such as some cancer, diabetes and heart problems. Therefore we recommend seeking medical advice if you think you are experiencing excess sweating.
Treatments for hyperhidrosis
There are a range of treatments available including creams, oral medication, surgery, nerve therapy, microwave therapy and botulinum toxin type A treatment (commonly known as Botox). The best treatment option for a given patient is determined in consultation with a dermatologist, as not all treatments are suitable for all patients.
Are hyperhidrosis treatments safe and effective?
The various treatments carry different levels of efficacy and different risks. Those with fewer risks and costs are likely to be tried before more serious treatment options are considered. Botulinum toxin type A injections are a very common treatment, in hyperhidrosis patients of all ages, and can be effective for 4-6 months.
Are there any treatments I can try at home?
We recommend trying a strong anti-perspirant as a good first step, even on hands and body, not just under the arms. This can significantly reduce sweating and may make the condition manageable for some individuals.
Corrective Treatments
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Our Practitioners
The doctors at Neutral Bay Laser & Dermatology Clinic are highly trained medical professionals, with a caring and compassionate outlook, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results for our patients.
Dr. Terence Poon is the medical director of Neutral Bay Laser & Dermatology Clinic. He is a dermatologist and laser specialist. He has trained extensively in Australia and internationally, in the laser-responsive cosmetic aspects of dermatology.
He undertook a fellowship with Dr Jim Walter, who pioneered the use of lasers in dermatology in Australia and who founded our clinic, which was the first full time laser dermatology clinic in Sydney.
Dr Marianne Nolan has been with the clinic for over two decades and is very experienced in all aspects of laser treatments and related cosmetic procedures. Her meticulous record of safety and competence has earned her a huge following of dedicated cosmetic skin care patients, who also enjoy warm, caring manner. She trained extensively with our founder, Dr James Walter, and has attended regular training programmes and conferences in Australia, Europe and the USA. Together with Dr Walter, she is co-developer of our bespoke rejuvenation treatments, the Walter Nolan Multi-Laser Procedures.
Dr Helena Torpinski has been with our clinic for nearly two decades. Her bright and lively manner continues to ensure she is popular with our patients. Helena works as a GP in Newtown when she is not at our clinic and this adds a great breadth of knowledge and understanding to her engagement with patients. She has expertise in all forms of laser and light-based treatments and has a commitment to ongoing education, training and regular conference attendance.
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