Hyperhidrosis – Finally Sweat-Free
Hyperhidrosis is a medical term that describes excessive sweating. People who suffer from hyperhidrosis suffer from excessive sweat production that exceeds the normal level. Many sufferers often experience an unpleasant feeling because they are constantly confronted with excessive sweat on their skin. This can be both physically and emotionally stressful and affect self-confidence.
Muscle relaxants can help to inhibit excessive sweating. Although muscle relaxants are primarily used to relax muscles, they have the effect of dampening the activity of the sympathetic nervous system. This reduces sweating.
Benefits of treating sweat glands
- Increase in self-confidence
- Effective reduction of sweat production
- Low-risk alternative to surgery
Treatment at a Glance
The treatment
During the consultation, the doctor will inform the patient about the exact procedure of the treatment, explain potential risks and side effects, and clarify the patient's expectations regarding the results.
The treatment involves cleaning and disinfecting the skin areas to be treated before the injection. In some cases, an anesthetic cream may be applied to minimize possible discomfort during the injection, but this is usually not necessary due to the low pain intensity.
The specialist will inject the muscle relaxant under the skin into the affected areas using a fine needle. The muscle relaxant temporarily blocks the activity of the sweat glands and thus prevents the overproduction of sweat. The injection usually only takes a few minutes and the patient can leave the practice afterwards.
After treatment, you may experience slight swelling, redness or bruising at the injection sites, but this usually subsides quickly and does not affect your daily life. In the days and weeks following treatment, the muscle relaxant will begin to take effect and sweating in the treated areas should reduce significantly.
In which areas of the body is treatment for hyperhidrosis possible?
Treatment for hyperhidrosis is possible on various parts of the body. Typically, the treatment is carried out on the following parts of the body:
- armpits
- palms
- soles
- forehead and scalp
FAQ
Is the inhibited sweat production compensated by another part of the body?
No, the inhibited sweat production is not compensated by other parts of the body.
How long does muscle relaxant treatment for hyperhidrosis last?
The duration of the effect of muscle relaxants can vary from person to person. It depends on factors such as the patient's metabolism and the strain on the treated area. Typically, the effect can last between 4 and 6 months. However, the actual duration of the effect can vary from person to person.