Hyperhidrosis, primary, is a condition characterized by excessive sweating that is not caused by any underlying medical condition. It is a common condition that affects up to 3% of the population. Symptoms include excessive sweating of the palms, soles of the feet, and armpits. Treatment options include antiperspirants, iontophoresis, botulinum toxin injections, and surgery.

The primary symptoms of hyperhidrosis are excessive sweating in areas of the body that are not typically affected by sweating, such as the palms, soles of the feet, face, and underarms. Other symptoms may include:

• Sweating that is not related to physical activity or heat
• Sweating that is not relieved by antiperspirants
• Sweating that is not relieved by changing clothes or showering
• Sweating that is not relieved by medications
• Sweating that is accompanied by a feeling of embarrassment or anxiety
• Sweating that is accompanied by a feeling of discomfort or irritation
• Sweating that is accompanied by a feeling of being too hot
• Sweating that is accompanied by a feeling of being too cold
• Sweating that is accompanied by a feeling of being wet all the time

1. Genetics: Hyperhidrosis can be inherited from a parent.

2. Nervous system disorders: Hyperhidrosis can be caused by certain neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, and spinal cord injury.

3. Medications: Certain medications, such as antidepressants, can cause excessive sweating.

4. Endocrine disorders: Hyperhidrosis can be caused by an overactive thyroid or other endocrine disorders.

5. Infections: Bacterial or fungal infections can cause excessive sweating.

6. Heat: Hot weather or physical activity can cause excessive sweating.

1. Antiperspirants: Over-the-counter antiperspirants containing aluminum chloride hexahydrate are the first line of treatment for primary hyperhidrosis.

2. Botox: Botox injections are a safe and effective treatment for excessive sweating. Botox works by blocking the release of the chemical that triggers sweat production.

3. Iontophoresis: Iontophoresis is a procedure that uses a low-level electrical current to block sweat glands.

4. Oral medications: Oral medications such as anticholinergics and beta blockers can be used to reduce sweating.

5. Surgery: Surgery is an option for severe cases of primary hyperhidrosis. The most common type of surgery is endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS). This procedure involves cutting or clipping the nerves that

1. Family history of hyperhidrosis
2. Being overweight or obese
3. Stress or anxiety
4. Certain medications
5. Menopause
6. Hyperthyroidism
7. Diabetes
8. Spinal cord injury
9. Certain neurological conditions
10. Pregnancy

Yes, there are several treatments available for primary hyperhidrosis. These include antiperspirants, iontophoresis, botulinum toxin injections, and surgery. Your doctor can help you decide which treatment is best for you.