Excessive Sweating

What Is Excessive Sweating?

Excessive sweating—medically known as hyperhidrosis—is a condition in which the body produces more sweat than is needed to regulate temperature. It most commonly affects the underarms, palms, soles of the feet, face, and scalp. Sweating may occur even in cool environments or during minimal activity.

Excessive sweating is not a hygiene issue. It is a medical condition that can significantly impact comfort, confidence, and daily life—but it is very treatable.

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Why Excessive Sweating Happens 

Sweating is controlled by the nervous system. In hyperhidrosis, this system becomes overactive.

1. Overactive Sweat Glands

Signals from the nervous system overstimulate sweat glands, causing them to produce sweat excessively.

2. Primary vs. Secondary Hyperhidrosis

• Primary hyperhidrosis usually begins in childhood or adolescence and affects specific areas (hands, feet, underarms)

• Secondary hyperhidrosis is caused by an underlying condition such as thyroid disease, hormonal changes, medications, or infections

3. Triggers

Heat, stress, anxiety, spicy foods, caffeine, and hormonal shifts can worsen sweating.

 

 

How Excessive Sweating Is Treated

Treatment is tailored to the severity of symptoms and the areas affected.

Topical Treatments

• Prescription-strength antiperspirants to block sweat glands

• Applied regularly to reduce sweat production

Injectable Treatments

• Neuromodulator injections temporarily block nerve signals to sweat glands

• Highly effective for underarms, hands, feet, and face

• Results last several months

Device-Based Treatments

• Energy-based treatments that permanently reduce underarm sweat glands

• Non-surgical with minimal downtime

Oral Medications (When Appropriate)

• Medications that reduce nerve signals involved in sweating

• Used selectively due to potential side effects

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Lifestyle & Functional Medicine Support

Daily habits can help reduce sweating triggers.

Trigger Management

• Identify and limit foods or drinks that worsen sweating

• Manage stress through relaxation techniques

Clothing & Hygiene

• Wear breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics

• Use gentle cleansers to avoid skin irritation

Hormonal & Metabolic Evaluation

• Evaluate for thyroid or hormonal imbalances when indicated

• Address underlying conditions contributing to sweating

 

What to Expect

• Most patients experience significant improvement

• Treatments may require maintenance

• Early evaluation improves outcomes

 

 

Our Approach

We take a stepwise, personalized approach to excessive sweating—starting with conservative therapies and advancing to long-lasting solutions when needed. Our goal is to help you stay dry, comfortable, and confident.

You don’t have to live with excessive sweating—effective options are available.