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Hyperhidrosis Injections

Excessive Sweating Treatment

hyperhidrosis

Hyperhidrosis is a relatively common condition, yet there are a whole host of misconceptions around it, causing discomfort and embarrassment for the sufferer.

Sweating in itself is an entirely natural and normal phenomenon. When the body is hot – during exercise, warm weather or stress – the skin produces sweat which cools as it evaporates.

However, excessive sweating is when this is above average levels. The physical consequences of hyperhidrosis can be quite noticeable to those around, including:

  • visible ‘damp patches’ in the underarm area
  • needing to change tops more than daily
  • staining of clothes
  • body odour

While those around may suggest deodorant, hyperhidrosis sufferers inevitably realise that this is not a personal hygiene problem, as even the strongest anti-perspirant does not seem to have enough impact to control the wetness.

Prescription roll on products can be prescribed by the GP, but these are strong products and can cause skin irritation which means that many users cease use of them.

Anti-Sweat Injections Treatment

For underarm hyperhidrosis, the problem can be solved very effectively and quickly with BOTOX® injections.

These work to stop the nerve processes that trigger sweating, thereby literally drying up the condition for months at a time.

Depending on the individual, treatment will last from 5 to 14 months at which point it can be repeated if required.

Private Consultation

For more information, a private consultation is recommended with Dr John Tanqueray.

As a former GP, he will take a comprehensive medical history and seek to understand any underlying causes of the problem before recommending treatment.

Consultations are provided with no obligation and are an excellent opportunity to find out more.

Hyperhidrosis FAQ

There are two types of excessive sweating:

  • Primary hyperhidrosis: generally inherited, (a member of your family may have had it)
  • Secondary hyperhidrosis: triggered by another condition or medication

If your hyperhidrosis is caused by another condition or is a side effect of medication, then it may pass when the reason for its appearance has gone.

However, primary hyperhidrosis is a result of genetic predisposition and it is unlikely to resolve itself, although some people do report that it improves as they get older and find a less stressful lifestyle.

BOTOX® is the brand name for botulinum toxin produced by Allergan.

When you sweat, a chemical messenger is sent to the sympathetic nerves that control your sweat glands, causing you to start sweating. BOTOX treatment works by blocking the nerve endings so that the chemical messenger is not sent and sweat cannot be produced.

Medical studies and patient testimonials have confirmed that Botox reduces sweating and we have 100% success rate with our patients at Mulberry House Clinic.

As a result of this treatment, patients also report improved lifestyle and confidence.

At Mulberry House Clinic, we offer this treatment to patients at or over the age of 18.

The experience can vary by the individual – the underarm area can be sensitive for some patients and less so for others. BOTOX® injections are likened to an insect bite or a sharp pinch and it will take a series of tiny injections to treat the whole underarm area.

Dr Tanqueray may numb the area with a topical numbing cream before administering your treatment.

It is a relatively short treatment and patients tend to feel that the results are definitely worth it.

There is minimal downtime after BOTOX treatment – most patients simply carry on with their normal daily activities.  your specialist may give you specific aftercare instructions.

Patients notice the sweat lessening almost immediately and within a couple of days, it has normally dried up completely.

Again, this varies for each individual. Some patients require a top-up or repeat treatment as early as 3 months, while others report up to 9 months.

BOTOX® manufacturer Allergan state that in a clinical study, patients had drier underarms for up to 201 days, or 6.7 months.

See our pricing page for the latest information on the price of excessive sweating treatment.