Doctor explains EXCESS SWEATING TREATMENT (hyperhidrosis)

In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains key things you need to know about treating and managing excessive sweating (also know as hyperhidrosis).

Key things to know according to the NHS:

Excessive sweating is common and can affect the whole body or just certain areas. Sometimes it gets better with age but there are things you can do and treatments that can help.

At home treatment options:

1. Using antiperspirants and deodorants. Antiperspirants work by sealing up sweat glands so your body stops producing sweat. A provider may recommend certain over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription-strength varieties. The best deodorant for hyperhidrosis is an aluminum-based product.
2. Showering or bathing more often. Changing your routine, such as showering more often, may improve mild symptoms.
3. Wearing breathable clothing. Choosing clothing that’s breathable and more absorbent, like cotton, can help you feel more comfortable if you sweat. Avoid blended fabrics and polyester, which can trap heat and make you sweat more.

Content and TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Introduction
00:44 - Home treatment options
03:53 - Specialist treatment options

You can always speak to your PHARMACIST first before seeing a doctor about excessive sweating.

Tips on getting the most out of your doctors appointment:

- Write down your symptoms including when they started, when they happen and how often you have them.
- Write down anything that makes them worse or better.
- Take a friend or relative along for support - they could also ask questions and take notes to help you remember what the doctor says.
- Ask the doctor to explain anything you don’t understand.
- Ask the doctor to write things down for you if you think it might help.

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[Hurtpeople_Hurtpeople]

There is absolutely no cure! I have tried EVERYTHING… This ruins my life and allll my shirts!

[alexiiiiii_]

This is really informational. I suffer excessive sweating from different parts of my body such as the scalp, face, armpits, back & chest, and even in the buttocks area. This is really hard

[OMMPRAKASH]

I am from India sir. I follow u .my year 21 and Iam a mbbs student.

[AshleySmith-rmbl]

I have extreme sweating from my face ever since i gave birth. I never ised to sweat before pregnancy! Im wondering if I should try to find an antiperspirant thats specifically for the face? Or will any antiperspirant be okay to use? I ask because we have specific washes and moisturizer for our face, so there may be a different antiperspirant specifically for the face as well.

Thank you for the information!

[MemoliMemoli-grnn]

I have been suffering from hyperhidrosis since I was born, my hands and feet are always sweaty, what have I not done to get rid of this problem, I tried iontophoresis, botulinum toxin, the result was zero, the only thing that helped me was the operation to remove the sweat glands after the operation, my hands do not sweat they sweat already but my feet continue to sweat oh i can say that hyperhidrosis has stolen all my youth
I've never had the freedom I wanted to have I don't even have the strength to dream anymore I'm so lonely I go to bed alone I get up alone I have breakfast alone I have dinner alone
five me and the four walls please someone help me

[samanthapadley]

Hi Dr O' Donovan, Can you do a video raynaud's thankyou.

[stephmcleay]

Antiperspirants
don’t work, have tried all and they’re also so bad for us!!

[rinaticson]

I have excessively from my scalp and face

[djuanbenjamin]

This may sound crazy…but I am terrified of getting married because of this condition…help.

[johncompassion]

Thank you so much. I have excessive palm and feet sweating, I cannot say how much shame I go through at work because of this. Any advice? Thank you again.