Extensive sweating from palm and feet

2018-06-14 11:30:17
I've been constantly sweating, it's embarrassing to even shake hands with anyone. Feet too are constantly sweating. So is my armpit. Feels. Unnatural
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It is hyperhidrosis. Take consultation for prescription

Answered2018-06-14 11:49:23

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Hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating is caused by neurologic, endocrine, infectious, and other systemic diseases. Heat and emotions may trigger hyperhidrosis in some, but many who suffer from hyperhidrosis sweat nearly all their waking hours, regardless of their mood or the weather. You must be evaluated and undergo further investigations to find the underlying cause of the excessive sweating. The options of treatment are Antiperspirants, Iontophoresis, Anticholinergics. Botox, miraDry, Lasers, Surgery(thoracic sympathectomy)

Answered2018-06-14 12:06:39

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