Men and some women suffer seriously from the problem of hyperhidrosis (increased sweating), while everyone thinks that he is alone in the whole world. The problem does not allow us to live peacefully, enjoy life and be in society: we constantly think that everyone will certainly notice these wet annoying spots on our clothes and want to stay away from us. But don’t worry, hyperhidrosis is very treatable, all its manifestations can easily be prevented, and this can be done without surgery, using simple means of increased sweating.
What is hyperhidrosis?
This problem is high sweating, which manifests itself mainly in the armpits, palms, legs, and sometimes in other areas. It seems to us that this does not require special attention, since the reason lies most likely in insufficient hygiene. Moreover, we all know that sweating is a normal function of our body. Its purpose is to regulate human body temperature.
At the same time, the moisture in the armpits, feet and palms, constantly sweating, causes inconvenience and considerable discomfort, their presence plunges us into complexes. And it seems that to eliminate the unpleasant odor and reduce hyperhidrosis, cosmetologists came up with a long time ago safe means against excessive sweating, but it's not so simple: these cosmetic preparations are far from always able to help.
Symptoms and causes of hyperhidrosis
Some women and men are bothered by sweating legs and armpits all the time. Consider the reasons for such intense work of sweat glands. In the case of armpits, this is:
- improper nutrition, a large amount of seasoned spices, spicy food in the diet - the components of all kinds of spices provoke inflammation of the sweat glands;
- synthetic clothing that stimulates sweating and enhances odor;
- menopause or pregnancy;
- disorders or malfunction in the nervous or endocrine system;
- panic attacks, anxiety.
If we talk about legs, in this case, the smell of sweat can give off various unpleasant aromas. The development of these odors are such premises as:
- Overheating of the feet caused by wearing tight tights or too warm socks.
- Wrong shoes. It includes not only uncomfortable or small shoes, but also made of low-quality, non-natural materials.
- Physical activity and sport. When practicing, sweating is very difficult to control. To do this, you can choose special high-quality shoes and observe hygiene.
- Wearing dry, wet shoes that create the effect of a steam room.
- The occurrence of fungus, skin disease, in addition, a high level of stress - all this must be treated using drugs.
We should separately talk about the high perspiration of children and adolescents: it is caused in the former by imperfection of heat transfer, as well as interruptions in the body's amount of calcium. In adolescents, hyperhidrosis is often considered a consequence of puberty and an imbalance in the nervous system.
It must be remembered that hyperhidrosis is a harbinger of serious diseases, among which:
- diabetes mellitus (in the upper region of the body, there is high sweating, while the skin in the lower part is too dry);
- renal failure;
- tuberculosis (sweating mainly in a dream);
- cardiological diseases;
- constant humidity of the palms and armpits indicates vegetovascular dystonia.
The most common types
Basically, a high degree of sweating is manifested:
- on the palms - plantar hyperhidrosis;
- in the armpit - axillary;
- the whole body is covered with perspiration - idiopathic hyperhidrosis;
- on the feet - palmar.
Manifestation level
Also, increased sweating can be classified by the level of its manifestation:
- while the patient’s mild manifestation does not notice signs of hyperhidrosis in the patient, he himself already feels a slight discomfort, because on his clothes wet spots can reach a diameter of 15 cm;
- a greater degree of stiffness in the patient’s behavior is characterized by an average degree, since during the day a person needs to change clothes several times (especially in the heat), while in the armpits the diameter of the wet spots increases to 25 cm;
- a severe manifestation is characterized by the fact that sweat trickles down the body of the patient, while spreading an unpleasant odor and marking clothes with huge spots, because of which others do not seek to communicate with the patient.
Who to contact for help?
As soon as you find that simple hygienic procedures and the use of conventional antiperspirants do not have the desired effect, you still continue to sweat profusely, you must consult a doctor. A logical question arises: "Which doctor should I contact with this delicate problem, so that he would advise an effective remedy for increased sweating?". Choose:
- Try to go to a dermatologist - for primary hyperhidrosis, he will prescribe physiotherapy (electrophoresis, iontophoresis, radiation therapy) or an effective antiperspirant.
- The surgeon may advise you to remove sweat glands in the armpit area to completely eliminate discomfort. After this operation, patients feel incredible relief, and not everyone dares to lie under the doctor’s knife for such comfort.
- Having visited the beautician, you can make Botox injection into the armpit area. Thus, you will forget about hyperhidrosis for at least six months. Expensive, while effective. He will also be able to find you effective remedies for increased sweating under the armpits.
Necessary analyzes
With the slightest suspicion that hyperhidrosis is not an independent disease, but a consequence of a serious ailment, you need to make an appointment with your therapist. He will definitely appoint you tests, among which:
- blood chemistry;
- general tests (urine, blood);
- determination of thyroid function;
- analysis for HIV and hepatitis;
- electrocardiogram;
- Ultrasound of the thyroid gland.
Based on the results of the tests handed over, you will be referred to a narrow-profile doctor depending on the disease for which there is a suspicion (TB specialist, endocrinologist, oncologist, cardiologist or neurologist).
How is hyperhidrosis treated?
Hyperhidrosis can be cured in various ways, including:
- A cosmetic solution to this problem is by injection of various special drugs that block sweat secretion.
- Intervention of a surgeon by excision of sweat glands.
- The use of cosmetics with high efficiency against sweat.
- The use of drugs that help improve the emotional state of a person and moderate his increased sweating.
- Folk remedies for reducing sweating, which are based on herbs, decoctions and other methods. They saved people several decades ago.
Home treatment
It should be noted that without resorting to a cosmetologist or surgeon, you can try to cope with such a problem as increased sweating on your own. Treatment with folk remedies can alleviate your condition. A suitable cosmetic and method may be any. Moreover, if none of these tools helps to the end, you need to use an integrated approach.
We will take a closer look at the methods that any of us can use when we discover the problem of high sweating.
Pharmacy products
Before prescribing certain funds for sweating, it is advisable to consult a doctor to avoid possible negative consequences.
The main pharmacy drugs that reduce the level of sweating are these groups of drugs:
- Depending on the exact cause of hyperhidrosis, a doctor may prescribe a course of tranquilizers. These funds for increased sweating are used if excessive moisture in the armpits is the result of psychological stress and constant stress. In this case, "Gidazepam", "Diazepam", "Phenazepam" are effective, helping to eliminate a sense of fear and a sense of anxiety. The course lasts up to 4 weeks, while drugs in pharmacies are dispensed with a prescription.
- Herbal sedatives are also prescribed. Their action is aimed at reducing nervous excitability, normalizing the emotional state. You can start with medicines that are not addictive - this is tincture of motherwort or valerian, as well as pills with belladonna, such as Belloid, Bellaspon, Bellataminal. These drugs can resist neurosis, neurogenic disorders and irritability, which are often very provocateurs of high sweating.
- It is quite effective to use a disinfectant and antiseptic against increased sweating of the armpits, for example, Formidron and Formagel, Teymurov's paste and Urotropin, which are applied using tampons, while the result of their use is visible immediately and lasts up to two weeks.
- Anticholinergic drugs that affect the productivity of the glands, as well as inhibit their work. This reduces sweating. Oxybutin, Clonidine, and beta-blockers are very effective. At the same time, long-term use of these drugs can be fraught with excessive drying of the mucous membranes, problems with urination and frequent constipation.
Cosmetic products
Looking for the best remedy for increased sweating, it is also worth considering the following antiperspirant deodorants:
- Maxim is a gel-like American antiperspirant, completely hypoallergenic, with one bottle lasting almost a year. It is important to follow the instructions: the product must be applied to the skin of the armpits before bedtime, while the skin should not be shaved for at least 48 hours.
- Dry dry is a Swedish liquid deodorant that eliminates sweating and does not disturb the body's natural processes. Armpits, palms and feet remain dry for several days, including after bathing. The tool at the same time makes it possible to leave sweat in a normal volume, completely eliminates the smell. It must be applied, like the above drug, a couple of times a week.
- Odaban is a spray deodorant. It can be applied to any sweating areas of the body, without exception, during pregnancy in particular. It eliminates hyperhidrosis, and also reduces its effects (irritation and diaper rash), which are considered constant companions of high sweating.
Anti sweating: reviews
It is also worth paying attention to the opinion of those who have already successfully dealt with this problem. Judging by the reviews, despite the fact that these funds for increased sweating are considered cosmetic, you are unlikely to meet them in a regular store, therefore, immediately go to the pharmacy. The huge advantage of these drugs is their highest effectiveness (after a single use of 5-7 days of dryness), ease of use, as well as cost effectiveness (3-7 months).
Among the shortcomings, users distinguish a rather considerable cost, as well as a high content of metals in the composition of drugs that clog the sweat glands. The latter factor mainly scares the girls, and they are afraid to buy these funds, fearing that their use can cause serious illness.